The Stories We Keep

Melissa Athey, Elsa Barrientos, Leigh Bartenstein, Alezendria Decking, Justice Dwight, Kimberly English, Sydney N. Kay, Davi Leventhal, Isaiah Mamo, William Okaily, Sarah K. Patro, Peleona, Asia Rorick, Ashley White
March 28 – April 6, 2025

The Stories We Keep is a collective exploration of identity, memory, and belonging — a visual archive of the narratives we hold most dear. Through a diverse range of artistic expressions, this exhibition offers an intimate glimpse into the personal stories, relationships, and objects that shape both our individual identities and our shared human experience. Each work serves as a reflection of the artists’ lived experiences, illuminating the delicate interplay between personal history and collective memory.

As artists, we move through the world gathering stories— that become essential to our sense of self. This collection of works stands as a visual anthology, revealing not only what we choose to carry forward but how these stories weave together to form the fabric of who we are. The Stories We Keep invites viewers to consider their own personal archives, prompting reflection on the stories that define and unite us all.

Opening Reception

Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s True F. Luck Gallery
Friday, March 28, 5:30 – 7pm