INDIANAPOLIS — After years of planning and months of construction, the new Native American Galleries will open to the public Saturday, June 25 at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art.
The new Native American Galleries will allow Eiteljorg visitors to experience Native art in compelling new ways. They will be home to the exhibition Expressions of Life: Native Art in North America, featuring beautiful works created by Indigenous artists from across the U.S. and Canada, including beadwork, jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles, sculptures, glass and contemporary art.
The new galleries approach the presentation from a Native perspective, and are organized around the themes of Relation, Continuation and Innovation, concepts shared by many Native cultures. Gone are the bulky wooden display cabinets that presented Native art like specimens; instead, all-glass cases will provide a 360-degree view of artworks. Audio descriptions for visitors with visual impairments, improved lighting, digital interactives and touch samples will contribute to the exhibition being more accessible and inclusive.
Expressions of Life: Native Art in North America, will remain open on an ongoing basis during regular museum days and hours; it is included with regular Eiteljorg admission. The Eiteljorg is located at 500 W. Washington St. and is open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. noon-5 p.m. Admission is $15 for aults, $12 seniors, $8 for youth 5-17. Members are admitted free.
Visit eiteljorg.org for more information about this, and the other exhibits at the museum.
