about abbey
Abbey is a DC-based arts professional and travel enthusiast. She serves as a the Executive Director of Touchstone Gallery and Touchstone Foundation for the Arts. She is also the founder & managing director of Art Roving—connecting artists and art enthusiasts with new opportunities. Major public projects include the Art Roving Studio Residency, Queer Art Salon, and Union Market Hotel curation.
She previously served as the Executive Director for the Torpedo Factory Artists’ Association (TFAA). Under her leadership, the TFAA expanded artist membership offerings, and opened two new art galleries. Abbey has also held positions with the National Building Museum, National Park Service, and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
Abbey is an active leader in the DC visual arts community, serving as a Host Supervisor for the Bloomberg Arts Internship program, DCCAH grant reviewer, and frequent curator and juror of exhibitions. She’s always excited to support and promote new artistic endeavors. Sometimes, she also works on trains.
email: abbey@lisonmcclain.com