Haverford College's Cantor Fitzgerald Gallery is hosting 'LOOK HERE,' an exhibition curated by Jennifer Gilbert, Paige Donovan, and Mary Bevlock from the Center for Creative Works (CCW). The show features works by Philadelphia artists with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, and is designed for multi-sensory access—including touch panels, audio descriptions, sniffable panels, and sensory backpacks—so that visitors of all abilities can experience the art. Artists include Kelly Brown, Cindy Gosselin, Clyde Henry, Tim Quinn, Brandon Spicer-Crawley, and Allen Yu.
This exhibition matters because it models a truly inclusive approach to art display, challenging traditional gallery norms that often exclude people with disabilities. CCW is part of the progressive art movement, which began in 1974 and now includes nearly 100 studios nationwide, supporting artists like Judith Scott and Helen Rae. By prioritizing accessibility and artist agency, 'LOOK HERE' advances the argument that art should be accessible to everyone, not just those who can see or hear.