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We document and protect the art, writing, and stories of incarcerated creators.
Living archive
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Follow the letters.
Find the people.
A living archive of prison art, correspondence, and connection across walls built to divide us.
Penpal Portal coming soon
We preserve creativity.
We build relationships.
We create possibilities.
Abolition Archive uplifts the art and voices of incarcerated LGBTQ artists and writers. Through portfolios, publications, penpal connections, and community support, we keep pathways of care and resistance open.
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Publish
We share work through books, zines, exhibitions, and our digital archive.
Correspond
We build and sustain letter exchanges that foster connection and solidarity.
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Your donation helps us send direct financial support to incarcerated artists.
Featured Contributors
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Jamie Diaz
Jamie Diaz is a Mexican-American trans woman and artist based in Dallas, Texas. Jamie became a self-taught ar...
Watercolor
Alicia Gillespie
Hi, my name is Alicia. I was born and raised in Washington State. Growing up, having different sexualities an...
Portfolio
Billy Thomas
Texas
Colored Pencil * Ink
Penpal Portal
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Connection without the complications.
Write online, and we will handle printing, processing, postage, delivery, and digital responses when the portal launches.
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