The Trophy Tour: A Satirical Protest Art Project by Secret Handshake
A 10-foot golden trophy created by the Secret Handshake arts activist group is embarking on a tour after making appearances in Washington, D.C., and New York City. The satirical protest art piece invites the public to leave their own handmade trophies for the President to claim. The trophy will be traveling to Minneapolis next, with updates on its whereabouts available on the group's new Instagram page.
The plaque accompanying the trophy humorously awards President Donald J. Trump a participation trophy for his involvement in the Iran War. The group was inspired by the public's engagement in D.C., where people customized their own trophies and left them at the statue's base. Taking the trophy on tour allows more individuals to participate in the project.
The sculpture's unexpected appearance in New York City generated additional attention for the group and its work. The decision to display the trophy in Lower Manhattan, near where the President was previously prosecuted, was seen as a relevant and impactful choice. Secret Handshake aims to bring the sculpture to other cities, with Los Angeles being a potential future destination.
Secret Handshake gained national recognition last year when the National Park Service removed their statue titled "Best Friends Forever," depicting Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The group has created several other satirical statues, all previously showcased in Washington, D.C. Their work includes reimagining Trump and Epstein in iconic scenes and creating interactive projects like a birthday card replica and a video game about the Iran war.
The Secret Handshake arts activist group continues to use art as a form of protest and social commentary, engaging the public in thought-provoking ways. The trophy tour allows individuals across different cities to participate in the project and contribute their own creative expressions. Stay tuned for updates on where the trophy will appear next and how you can get involved.