May 1, 2025

JMAC - Jean McDonough Arts Center

20 Franklin Street, Worcester, MA

Step into Not for Sale: Ending Exploitation, an exhibit that reveals the harsh realities of the sex trade through fashion, storytelling, and art.

Guests will explore a gallery showcasing couture fashion designs by six regional designers, each accompanied by the story behind its inspiration.

The exhibit culminates in a live storytelling event where survivors provide insight into their lived experiences with commercial sexual exploitation. Following the storytelling, there will be music and dancing in the gallery.

This powerful presentation aims to shatter the myths perpetuated by society, the media, and Hollywood, raising funds for Safe Exit Initiative (SEI), a survivor-led organization dedicated to creating safe and sustainable exits from exploitation and the sex trade through quality programming and services in Worcester, MA.

All tickets include complimentary hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening.

A cash bar will be available.

4:30pm | Doors open to the exhibit
6:00-7:00pm | Live storytelling
7:00pm | Dancing in the gallery

Parking Information

Convenient parking is available at the following locations:

• Federal Plaza Garage – 570 Main Street
• Worcester Common Garage – 3 Eaton Place
• McGrath Lot / Worcester Public Library – 40 Salem Street

Standard rates apply.

For a full list of municipal parking lots and garages, please visit the city’s website.