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Neon Art Exhibition Highlights Disability Rights Advocacy

9/19/2025

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The exhibition “@Tight Control: Human Rights in Neon Lights” opens on September 20 at Shrewsbury Museum, featuring nine neon artworks by disabled artist Zoe Partington.
The pieces reflect slogans from 1980s and 1990s disability rights movements, emphasizing advocacy and personal narratives.
Partington's work challenges societal perceptions with messages like “Access Now” and “Love Not Pity.”
The exhibition runs until November 29, offering free admission and prioritizing accessibility.
A curatorial collective underscores the significance of community and diverse perspectives in art, honoring the Chicano Movement's legacy.

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The exhibition “@Tight Control: Human Rights in Neon Lights” opens on September 20 at Shrewsbury Museum, featuring nine neon artworks by disabled artist Zoe Partington.
The pieces reflect slogans from 1980s and 1990s disability rights movements, emphasizing advocacy and personal narratives.
Partington's work challenges societal perceptions with messages like “Access Now” and “Love Not Pity.”
The exhibition runs until November 29, offering free admission and prioritizing accessibility.
A curatorial collective underscores the significance of community and diverse perspectives in art, honoring the Chicano Movement's legacy.