The Davenport Jail in Davenport, CA, is a cultural institution dedicated to creating exhibitions that inspire diverse audiences to engage deeply with contemporary art and Santa Cruz County history. Their exhibitions feature a mix of commissioned, co-created, and presented work from a broad range of contributors, both local and visiting, fostering partnerships with visitors to actively interpret and explore exhibition content.
With a commitment to community engagement, the Davenport Jail showcases powerful artwork and artifacts in immersive spaces, issue-driven collaborations, and community-sourced exhibitions. Their core narratives focus on themes such as health and wellness, environmental justice, memory and place, regenerative design, and joy and beauty, offering experiences that encourage reflection, connection, and inspiration.
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