Gallery Hours 

Be the first to view the Survivor Nest Project installation in the beautiful historic Old Town Hall in Salem MA. Once used for public meetings and gatherings, the space will be transformed into a safe, nurturing and intimate environment. Debbie Baxter curates a womb-like installation consisting of the nest and large scale survivor portraits. She will give a special artist talk at this preview opening event.

Join us for our opening reception from 7-9pm. The exhibit on the first floor will close with CultureHouse hours at 8pm. We will remain open for you to view the main exhibition on the top floor.

Join us for a special healing sound bath with Lisa Kawski of Sound Healing for the Soul in the beautiful top floor of Old Town Hall. Spend time taking in the nest and the exhibit prior to the bath and listen to Debbie Baxter read from her book Nest afterwards. This is an evening you won't want to miss!

Join us to hear the survivors' readings from their contributions to the Voices Heard Magazine, published by The Empowered Voice.  The magazine includes artwork, poetry, prose and photographs from all those who were involved in the project -survivors, collaborators, supporters and friends. It includes Debbie's portraits and the accompanying narratives. 

Come to a workshop specially designed for those who are helping survivors along their healing journey. Join others in the field to share tools and experiences and get support for what you do. Donna Jenson, Founder and Director of Time to Tell, will lead this workshop for advocates and therapists serving survivors of sexual trauma.

Donna Jenson will lead a writing circle based on the format she uses in Time To Tell. Since 2008 Donna has been leading writers’ circles for survivors of sexual abuse who want to find their voice and use it. We will spend time writing from prompts given by Donna and read our writing to each other in a safe and supportive space. The workshop will close with a reading from members of the Survivor Nest Project.  Please bring something to write in - a journal or pad and pen. Sliding scale donation up to $25

For survivors, advocates, and therapists. Donna has been coaching people in the public, private and social change & service sectors for over forty years. Bring your goals/challenges/visions to receive support and encouragement for your next steps. Sliding scale donation up to $40.00

The Telling is Healing documentary is a compelling 35-minute filmed conversation between Donna and her friend Suzanne Beck. Together, they share their discoveries between one survivor and one ally as they navigated the delicate path of disclosure to understanding and support. There will be a dialogue with Donna following the film. Survivors – bring your allies with you! We will close the evening with a reading from members of the Survivor Nest Project. Sliding scale donation up to $25

Join Debbie Baxter, photographer, Lisa Kawski, sound healer, Donna Jenson, writer, Katie Bourgeois, filmmaker, and Carla Beatrice, community art organizer, discuss the many ways the arts can be used for healing. The panel discussion will take place on the first floor of Old Town Hall in Salem. It is offered through CultureHouse Salem, a pop-up community space where the first portion of the installation is on display.