Inconvenience Store Art Exhibit Opened in Seattle
Artists transformed a former 7-Eleven into an interactive store featuring works by 70 creators.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Fine Art
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The Inconvenience Store launched in Seattle, offering an interactive art experience within a former 7-Eleven building. The exhibit features 14 departments filled with abstract interpretations of everyday retail items.
Why it matters
The exhibition aims to make purchasing art accessible and approachable by presenting it within the familiar, low-pressure environment of a local convenience store.
The exhibit showcases works by approximately 70 artists with prices ranging from $1 for small items like snack-themed key chains to $10,000 for larger pieces. The space is divided into 14 distinct departments.
The players
Lilia Deering
She is an artist who co-created the Inconvenience Store interactive exhibit.
Mary Anne Carter
She is an artist who co-created the Inconvenience Store interactive exhibit.
The details
Artists Lilia Deering and Mary Anne Carter curated the space, which displays items such as pre-tangled USB cords. Visitors can browse and purchase these artistic interpretations of consumer goods during weekend hours.
Timeline
The exhibit opened to the public on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
The store is open to visitors on weekends from noon to 4 p.m.
Artists previously created the STÖR IKEA spoof exhibit in 2024.
Industry Dynamics
This project continues a trend of experiential art installations that repurpose commercial spaces to challenge traditional gallery consumption. It builds upon the legacy of the artists' 2024 STÖR IKEA spoof exhibit.
Seattle residents can visit the store on weekends from noon until 4 p.m. to browse or purchase artwork. The broad pricing scale allows for varied entry points for collectors regardless of their budget.
The takeaway
By blending everyday retail layouts with high-concept art, the project invites the public to engage with creativity in an informal setting. Shoppers can find unique, snack-themed items while supporting local artists.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by UPI.
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