Tessa Boffin: Where We Touch the Archive
aspex, Portsmouth · 2 December to 28 February 2027
Image: aspexAn exhibition at aspex in Portsmouth, the final stop on a national tour of work by the artist and activist Tessa Boffin (1960-1993). It is shown alongside newly commissioned work by Sophie Mak-Schram and Leah McLaine, and considers the archive as an active, collective space for revisiting histories. It runs from 2 December 2026 to 28 February 2027, from 11am to 4pm, and suits visitors interested in art, history and activism.
Highlights
- Final stop on a national tour of work by Tessa Boffin
- Shown alongside newly commissioned work by Sophie Mak-Schram and Leah McLaine
- Free to visit with no booking required
Getting there
aspex, PO1 3BF
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