SPENCER LOFTS GALLERY • CHELSEA, MASSACHUSETTS

Window Into Solitary

Portraits and testimony of 17 men and women who have experienced long-term solitary confinement.

Window Into Solitary is a documentary photography exhibition exposing the unusual punishment experienced by close to 125,000 people each day inside prisons across America.

A learning opportunity.
Through intimate portraits and written testimony, the exhibition brings viewers into direct encounter with formerly incarcerated individuals who survived years — and in some cases decades — in solitary confinement.

Produced by Social Documentary Network and Look2Justice, the project combines photography, testimony, and public dialogue to create a space for reflection, recognition, and witness.

EXHIBITION

Exhibition Dates: June 3–30, 2026

Gallery Hours: Saturdays, June 20 & 27, Noon–4:00 PM

OPENING RECEPTION

Saturday, June 13
6:00–8:30 PM

Reception • Performance • Panel Discussion

Featuring Musicians:
The OG’s performing “I Cry for Freedom”

Panelists:
Christopher Blackwell
Bonnie Tenneriello
Albert Brown

Moderator:
Ruth Greenberg

ADDRESS

Spencer Lofts Gallery, 60 Dudley St, Chelsea, MA 02150
(Street parking available. Please do not park in Spencer Lofts parking to avoid getting towed.

For additional information, contact Glenn Ruga: glenn@socialdocumentary.net

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Photograph of Arthur Cetewayo Johnson by Lori Waselchuk