A Journey of Transformation: Renaming Mitchell Museum of the American Indian to
Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum
The land that the Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum occupies today is the unceded, ancestral homelands of the Council of Three Fires: the Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), Odawak (Odawa), and Bodéwadmik (Potawatomi) Nations.
We look forward to welcoming you into the Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum!
New Exhibit Opening January 27th, 2025
This exhibit explores the evolving relationship between traditional Woodland Native American art and its contemporary interpretations, featuring the works of living artists who are pushing these traditions forward. Featuring:
- Christal Ratt (Pidabinikwe) – Algonquin Anishnabe
- Valaria Tatera – Bad River Ojibwe
- Martina Gauthier – Menominee
- Le’Ana Asher – Ojibwe
- Sharon Hoogstraten – Citizen Potawatomi
- Jennifer Stevens – Oneida/Lakota
- Monica Rickert-Bolter – Prairie Band Potawatomi
- Jim Terry – Ho-Chunk Nation
Living Stories is part of Art Design Chicago, a citywide collaboration initiated by the Terra Foundation for American Art that
highlights the city’s artistic heritage and creative communities. Living Stories is funded by the Terra Foundation for American Art.
Virtual and Private Tour Options
We offer visitors the option to schedule 90-minute private, onsite tours. Guests can discover the museum with a docent-led tour Tuesday-Friday starting at 10am and 12:30pm.
For the safety of our guests and staff, the Mitchell Museum can accommodate private tours for classes or groups ranging from 10-60 people. Reservations must be made 2 weeks in advance. To book a tour or for more information, please call Michael at (847) 475-0911 or email mlamble@gichigamiin-museum.org.
A Year of Growth
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