Carlotta Corpron: Light Is a Plastic Medium

October 16, 2026 - March 14, 2027, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

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The Hirshhorn presents the experimental photographs of Carlotta Corpron, a mid-century American artist who used light itself as a sculptural material.

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Admission: Free

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Participation Format: In person

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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

Independence Avenue SW at 7th Street SW, Washington, District of Columbia 20560

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