Lisson Gallery Artists Jack Pierson, Spencer Finch Featured at Obama Presidential Center
On June 24, 2026, Lisson Gallery announced that the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago features over 28 commissioned art installations, including works by Lisson artists Jack Pierson and Spencer Finch. Pierson's sculpture 'HOPE' uses found letters to echo President Obama's campaign message, while Finch's tile mural 'Memory Landscape (Nairobi, Chicago, Honolulu, Jakarta)' incorporates colors personally selected by President Obama. Nearly all of the art pieces are outdoors or in areas free to the public during operating hours, allowing visitors to engage with themes of social change.
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The inclusion of Pierson and Finch at the Obama Presidential Center underscores Lisson Gallery's role in placing contemporary art within major cultural and civic institutions. For collectors, the high-profile commission signals the lasting relevance of works that merge personal narrative with political symbolism, potentially elevating the market standing of both artists. The center's emphasis on free public access also broadens the audience for these installations, reinforcing the gallery's commitment to art as a tool for community engagement.
- Artists: Jack Pierson, Spencer Finch
- People: Barack Obama, Michelle Obama
- Galleries: Lisson Gallery
- Museums: Obama Presidential Center
- Locations: Chicago
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