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The Muscarelle Museum of Art in Williamsburg, Virginia, has introduced a new exhibition titled “Expanded Horizons: Native American Creativity at the Intersection of Culture and Art.” This showcase features over 60 pieces from 37 Native American artists, highlighting contemporary Indigenous artistry beyond traditional forms. The exhibition, curated by Danielle Moretti-Langholtz, aims to celebrate the cultural continuity of Indigenous communities, offering valuable insights into their experiences and heritage. Visitors can explore this enriching display until October 13.
Williamsburg, Virginia – The Muscarelle Museum of Art has unveiled a new exhibition titled “Expanded Horizons: Native American Creativity at the Intersection of Culture and Art,” which will be on display until October 13. This exhibition invites visitors to delve deeper into contemporary Indigenous artistry, highlighting a range of works that go beyond traditional two-dimensional forms.
“Expanded Horizons” features over 60 pieces from 37 Native American artists across the United States. The exhibition showcases a variety of artworks including photographs, paintings, pottery, and other materials from the museum’s permanent collection. Each piece provides valuable insights into Indigenous life and cosmologies, often connecting the artwork to specific Native geographies.
The exhibition has been curated by Danielle Moretti-Langholtz, who serves as both the Curator of Native American Art at the Muscarelle and the Director of the American Indian Resource Center at William & Mary. Moretti-Langholtz’s curation is a culmination of 18 years of scholarly and curatorial dedication. The initiative for “Expanded Horizons” took root following discussions with renowned artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith after her exhibition at the museum in 2007.
Smith’s influence pushed the Muscarelle to broaden its acceptance of Indigenous artists, prompting an expansion of its collection to include works by both established figures and emerging talents. Significant acquisitions have provided the museum with an enhanced range of contemporary Native American art. Many pieces featured in the exhibition have not previously been displayed, enriching the experience for visitors and scholars alike.
In its effort to enhance representation, the Muscarelle Museum has stated its commitment to building a collection that supports teaching within various academic disciplines, including Native Studies, Anthropology, and Art History. Museum Director David Brashear has emphasized the importance of this initiative, marking it as part of a broader strategy to diversify the museum’s collection of Native American artworks.
The exhibit aims to celebrate the survivance and cultural continuity of Indigenous communities within a contemporary context. The artists in “Expanded Horizons” articulate personal narratives and communal experiences that reflect their cultural heritage, while also engaging with major movements in the wider art world and examining how these movements impact Native artistry.
As visitors engage with the exhibition, they will encounter a rich tapestry of expressions that not only highlight the skills and visions of Indigenous artists but also assert their presence within the broader art landscape. Visitors to the Muscarelle Museum can expect to see these unique connections illuminated through a variety of artistic mediums.
For visitors looking for further details regarding the exhibition and its themes, more information is readily available on the official website of the Muscarelle Museum.
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