Opening Reception: Living Stories

We invite you to join us for the opening reception of Living Stories: Contemporary Woodland Native American Art on Friday, February 21st, 2025. We welcome our Native community and Museum Members at 5pm to preview the exhibit. Our opening reception starts at 6pm for everyone. Please RSVP below. ​

Reflected through the artists’ works and perspectives and the rooted in Great Lakes and Woodland Indigenous cultures, the exhibit explores themes of Ancestors’ spirituality, Balance in nature, Identity and representation, and Expressions of survival. As you go through the exhibit you’ll have chances to reflect on these themes, what they mean to you, and how you relate to them.

This exhibit explores the evolving relationships 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), Valaria Tatera, Martina Gauthier, Le’Ana Asher, Sharon Hoogstraten, Jennifer Stevens, Monica Rickert-Bolter, and Jim Terry. 

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.