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A Pocket Full of Sand

Gayle Chong Kwan

Exhibition

Event overview

In partnership with John Hansard Gallery, we are pleased to be presenting A Pocket Full of Sand—a major new commission by artist Gayle Chong Kwan Gayle Chong Kwan.

Exploring colonial histories, geology and ecological deep time, this multipart exhibition unearths both historic and contemporary connections between Mauritius and the Isle of Wight. The artist connects her research of the islands with political and physical structures of power, labour, leisure, childhood and play.

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Event details

Details

10 February 2024 – 11 May 2024

John Hansard Gallery, Southampton

Free entry.

  • There are Blue Badge parking spaces directly at the rear of the building 50 yards from the main entrance. The building is entirely wheelchair accessible, with lifts to all floors.
     
  • We welcome Guide and Assistance Dogs.
     
  • Large print texts are available upon request from Gallery Reception or by contacting us by email or telephone.
     
  • ​Lockers, buggy park and baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor.
     
  • Accessible Toilets are on ground and first floors and all our toilets are gender neutral

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