Join us for an exciting member-only Coffee & Conversation centered around Acts of Faith: Religion and the American West! Jessica Nelson, Ph.D., one of the exhibition contributors and author of the companion book Religion and the American West: Belief, Violence, and Resilience, will lead the discussion. She will delve into the section of the exhibit […]

Join us for the opening day of Alfred Jacob Miller: Revisiting the Rendezvous, a traveling exhibition of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming. The exhibition explores painter Alfred Jacob Miller’s early 19th-century expedition to paint scenes from the American West and Miller’s relationship with his Scottish patron, William Drummond Stewart. Opening […]

Join Eiteljorg Museum staff and Jonathan Hess, principal and chairman of the board at Browning Day, as we continue our look at the museum's evolving storage enhancements. Hess believes a space can integrate science and art while answering users' needs. Hess has worked on many local projects, including the Eiteljorg Museum, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, […]

Meet nationally acclaimed artists, celebrate and purchase their artwork during two luck-of-the-draw art sales. Pre-registered guests will participate in opening weekend events, including a Friday miniature luck-of-the-draw art sale, a special exhibit honoring 2023 Quest Artist of Distinction Krystii Melaine, plus a VIP tour of the exhibition Alfred Jacob Miller: Revisiting the Rendezvous, and a […]

Join us for a reading of Rough Draughts for Notes to Indian Sketches by playwright Gregory Hinton, a performance based on Alfred Jacob Miller’s journal entries from his early 19th century travels in the West. It’s followed by a gallery walk and Q-and-A with curators Karen McWhorter and Johanna M. Blume. About Gregory Hinton: Author, […]

Join other watercolor artists on a journey as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield guides you through creating a landscape painting and creating a story by adding life to your painting. This workshop will take place in the classrooms inside the Eiteljorg Museum. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Plan […]

We are excited to welcome Ephraim Anderson (Navajo/Diné) to the Eiteljorg Museum! Ephraim will join us as part of our annual Artist in Residence program, featuring Native and Western artists from across North America to spotlight their work and cultures. During his residency, he will visit classrooms, libraries and senior centers throughout the area. About […]

Location: Virtual/Zoom Cost: Free The Eiteljorg Museum’s Western Book Club, like the museum itself, is committed to including works that represent many different cultural values, attitudes, and points of view. Members come together bimonthly to discuss books that represent the diversity of the American West and Indigenous peoples of North America. Meetings take place via […]

Join us for an exclusive weaving workshop with our esteemed artist-in-residence, Ephraim Anderson (Navajo/Diné). Dive into the rich history of Southwestern Indigenous weaving as Ephraim shares his vast knowledge and passion for preserving ancient techniques. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a master weaver. Whether you're an experienced weaver or a […]

Join artist in residence, Ephraim Anderson (Navajo/Diné), as he delves into the intricate artistry of weaving. Ephraim, a multi-disciplinary artist from the southwestern United States, is dedicated to preserving and revitalizing ancient arts through history and archaeology. His mission is to ensure these traditional crafts are not forgotten. By teaching the lost history and weaving […]

Join us for a hands-on, creative workshop with Navajo artist Ephraim Anderson! Your little ones will get to dive into the world of weaving as Ephraim shares his passion for preserving ancient Southwestern weaving traditions. During this special workshop, children will have the opportunity to craft their own mini looms and learn the basics of […]