The new digital Storyteller: The place to find your favorite Eiteljorg stories about Western and Native arts, histories, and cultures
Through the Eiteljorg Museum’s Storyteller digital hub, you can take a deeper dive into everything happening at the museum. Read impactful stories about artists and their art, upcoming museum events and exhibitions, and the people whose inspiration and generosity makes the museum’s work possible. Watch video clips about the museum and highlights of past celebrations, connect with us as a member, donor or volunteer, and use the Eiteljorg calendar of events to plan your next visit.
We are excited to present the Storyteller digital hub to provide you the latest and most compelling stories of the Eiteljorg. The digital hub is the online successor to the museum’s award-winning, print-edition Storyteller magazine, which was published continuously from winter 2006 through summer 2026.
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Exhibition Previews
Now Open! Consejo Grafico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States
By Laura F. Fry, vice president for curatorial affairs and collections The Eiteljorg’s latest exhibition asks: How can artists spread new ideas and change society? For centuries, printmakers have created and shared urgent messages, reaching broad audiences with the...
Quest Artist of Distinction: Tim Cherry
By Bryn Foreman, associate curator of Western American art Coming up this fall is the Eiteljorg’s Quest for the West® Artist of Distinction exhibition, highlighting artist Tim Cherry. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Tim now lives in Branson, Missouri, with...
Public Programs Previews
Fashion Forward at Cowboy Couture
Eiteljorg events celebrate the creativity and inspiration of Jerry Lee Atwood's western wear designs By Madison Hincks, public programs manager Join us at the Eiteljorg Museum in July for events that celebrate the dazzling western wear of the ongoing exhibition Cowboy...
Volunteer Corner: Call-out for new volunteers in 2026 and 2027
VOLUNTEER CORNER: February 13, 2026 Do you enjoy learning about arts and cultures? Do you like to explore the artworks at the Eiteljorg? Do you want to get involved in the community and share your unique skills? Do you enjoy meeting new people and working with a team...
Art Up Close
News Release: Eiteljorg makes major art purchases with $3.7M Ellen Reed Acquisition Fund
Impressive works by Dale Chihuly, Kent Monkman and others to join museum collections FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2026, updated July 22, 2026 INDIANAPOLIS — Thanks to a longtime supporter’s generous estate gift of $3.74 million, the Eiteljorg Museum has...
Stunning history: Eiteljorg Fellowship art celebrates 27 years of ECAF
By Dorene Red Cloud (Oglala Lakota), curator of Native American art Since the Eiteljorg Fellowship program’s inception 27 years ago, the museum has selected 70 esteemed contemporary Native artists as Eiteljorg Fellows, and honored them with exhibitions of their work...
Indian Market & Festival
News Release: Eiteljorg Indian Market & Festival a celebration of Native arts and resiliency
Artist interactions, performances, food, cultural experiences drew thousands to museum Wednesday, July 1, 2026 INDIANAPOLIS — One of the biggest art markets and cultural events in the Midwest region, the 34th annual Eiteljorg Indian Market & Festival on June...
At 34th annual Indian Market & Festival, visitors connect with artists, make memories
By Katie Warthan, director of communications and marketing Artist Christal Ratt (Algonquins of Barriére Lake), right, and a customer at Indian Market & Festival. For one weekend every summer, something special spreads across the grounds of the Eiteljorg Museum....
Quest for the West®
News Release: Quest for the West® Art Show & Sale brings works of 50 top artists to Eiteljorg
Outstanding art collecting options Sept. 11-12; purchase works inspired by the American West July 8, 2026 INDIANAPOLIS — For one unforgettable weekend each year, some of the nation's finest artists in the Western American genre gather under one roof, giving collectors...
Quest Artist of Distinction: Tim Cherry
By Bryn Foreman, associate curator of Western American art Coming up this fall is the Eiteljorg’s Quest for the West® Artist of Distinction exhibition, highlighting artist Tim Cherry. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Tim now lives in Branson, Missouri, with...
Eiteljorg People
Learning by Doing: Reflecting on an internship at the Eiteljorg
By Kennedi Thomas, former Eiteljorg marketing and communications intern The path that led me to my marketing and communications internship at the Eiteljorg Museum began with a desire to combine my personal interests into one career path I would be excited to pursue....
Book the Eiteljorg as the venue for your next special occasion
By Holly Hill-Brooks, Director of Rentals and Events Beyond its fascinating art exhibitions and engaging public programs, the Eiteljorg Museum is an impressive building with beautiful event spaces that you can rent for corporate events, weddings and other special...
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Volunteer Corner
Volunteer Corner: Call-out for new volunteers in 2026 and 2027
VOLUNTEER CORNER: February 13, 2026 Do you enjoy learning about arts and cultures? Do you like to explore the artworks at the Eiteljorg? Do you want to get involved in the community and share your unique skills? Do you enjoy meeting new people and working with a team...
Donor Focus
News Release: Eiteljorg makes major art purchases with $3.7M Ellen Reed Acquisition Fund
Impressive works by Dale Chihuly, Kent Monkman and others to join museum collections FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2026, updated July 22, 2026 INDIANAPOLIS — Thanks to a longtime supporter’s generous estate gift of $3.74 million, the Eiteljorg Museum has...
Donor decisions that make a difference
By Alli Badgero, Eiteljorg vice president for advancement June 1, 2026 Pam and Gary Jursik’s connection to the Eiteljorg Museum spans more than two decades, reflecting both their generosity and their deep appreciation for Native art and cultures. Over the years, they...
Institutional Initiatives
A Letter from the President & CEO: Charting a course for the Eiteljorg’s future
By Kathryn Haigh, Eiteljorg President & CEO Dear Readers: What an exciting time to be part of the Eiteljorg Museum. As I recently marked my third anniversary as Eiteljorg President and CEO, I’ve been reflecting on how much we’ve accomplished together and how much...
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