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“Art of the West” Magazine: Coverage of Eiteljorg Museum
One of the most renowned publications about Western American art, Art of the West magazine, recently published two articles about the Eiteljorg Museum. Read the article about the Eiteljorg's 30th anniversary at this link: Art of the West -- 30th Anniversary Story....
Eiteljorg acquires exceptional Native items of the Great Lakes; future exhibition planned
By Bryan Corbin, Storyteller magazine editor Potawatomi, Otoe, Ojibwe and Wyandot artists Moccasins, ca. 1800–ca. 1890 Tanned and smoked deerskin, glass seed beads, ribbon applique, silk ribbon, moose hair Museum purchase with funds provided by a grant from Lilly...
No Limits: an innovative arts series opens the door to creating access for all
By Martha L. Hill, Ph.D., Eiteljorg former vice president for public programs and the Beeler family director of education Eiteljorg Guide Sandy Schipp introduces students to the triptych painting October Suite, Grand Canyon, 1991, by Wilson Hurley. Image courtesy of...
Perspective: Every Second Monday in October and Why Not Indigenous Peoples Day?
By Dorene Red Cloud (Oglala Lakota), assistant curator of Native American art This past week in October has consisted of many reminders about one of my least favorite historical figures, Christopher Columbus. For instance, today, Monday October 14, 2019, is Columbus...
Take an enchanting journey through Indianapolis and the West
Holiday tradition Jingle Rails is “Back Home Again” for 10th year By Bert Beiswanger, director of marketing and communications For the past decade, the Eiteljorg’s Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure has captivated and delighted visitors of all ages. For the...
Day of the Dead Celebration brings community together
What started several years ago as a small program to educate visitors about Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) has blossomed into a vibrant multicultural community celebration. Join Nopal Cultural and celebrate Day of the Dead at the Eiteljorg on Saturday, Oct. 26....
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