WASHINGTON (February 19, 2025) – In 2018, 14,916 lives were lost to gun violence in America. Each of these lives is represented by a single embroidered star in Hank Willis Thomas's installation, "Falling Star Series (14,916 - 2018)," now on display at the Corcoran School of Arts and Design at the George Washington University.
This work is part of a larger series that includes pieces representing gun violence victims from 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2021. It serves as both a memorial and a visualization of the ongoing crisis of gun violence in the United States.
Key points:
- Exhibition runs February 7 - April 12, 2025
- Created by renowned artist Hank Willis Thomas
- Part of a larger series addressing gun violence across multiple years
This exhibition provides an opportunity to discuss the impact of gun violence on communities throughout the United States and the role of art in processing collective trauma.
If you’re interested in viewing the exhibition or speaking with the artists, please contact GW Media Relations Specialist [email protected].
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