One of the important roles of public art is to be a catalyst for honest dialogue. It is our hope that as weapons are regenerated into art we can also regenerate conversation away from one rooted in confrontation to one that strives for solutions.
This project offers people who have guns, that they do not want to keep, an opportunity to permanently take the weapons out of circulation; becoming a part of a larger community response.
This project offers people who have guns, that they do not want to keep, an opportunity to permanently take the weapons out of circulation; becoming a part of a larger community response.
Anyone who wants to participate can do so by voluntarily by
- donating guns or weapons on September 15
- making a donation to support the project
- adding their names to a community support list
- sharing this information on social media.
From Guns to Art
From Conflict to Peace
From Conflict to Peace
Donations are made through the fiscal sponsorship of the Anacortes Community Health Council, a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency. All donations are fully tax deductible.
“Like many Americans, I own a gun and am a proud supporter of the Second Amendment, yet my experiences have shown me that supporting the right to bear arms should never stop us from ensuring our communities are as safe as possible.” Senator Tim Kaine