Gaawii Eta-Go Aawizinoo Gaawiye Mkakoons:
It’s Not Just A Quillbox
Dec. 13, 2025 – Mar. 29, 2026
Explore the porcupine quillwork art of the Anishinaabe and its deep connection with Anishinaabe lifeways and culture in Gaawii Eta-Go Aawizinoo Gaawiye Mkakoons: It’s Not Just A Quillbox.
Sharing Culture through Quillwork
A traveling exhibition of the Ziibiwing Center of Anishinaabe Culture & Lifeways features more than 90 beautiful quill artworks from the Great Lakes region. The exhibition focuses on how quillboxes are made and their importance to the Anishinaabe peoples.
Throughout this exhibition, visitors will connect with quillwork made by contemporary Anishinaabe artists. This exhibition emphasizes the seasonal aspects of making quillwork, the relationship of quillwork to natural resources, and the production of art within larger spheres of cultural knowledge and practice.
The traveling exhibition is organized by the Ziibiwing Center for Anishinaabe Culture and Lifeways in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan; the Michigan Traditional Arts Program; the MSU Office of University Outreach and Engagement; and the Michigan State University Museum.
Upcoming Events
Renowned quillwork artist Melissa Peter-Paul (Mi’kmaw) will lead events at the Eiteljorg Museum and share her quill art-making process.
Thursday FEB 26: 1-4 p.m., Live Demos; included with admission.
Friday FEB 27: 11 a.m. Gallery tour; 1-4 p.m. open studio; included with admission.
Saturday FEB 28: 10 a.m.-noon: Quill Workshop. $30 members, $40 non-members. Registration is required and can be done by clicking the button below.
Come experience this exhibit
How to visit: See exhibit Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sun 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Exhibit is included with the cost of museum admission
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