Eiteljorg Museum | Native and Western Art and Artifacts | Indianapolis

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Web Name: Eiteljorg Museum | Native and Western Art and Artifacts | Indianapolis

WebSite: http://www.eiteljorg.org

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Caf : Noon 3 p.m., limited menuClosed: Thanksgiving, Christmas New Year s DayIndianapolis, IN 46204When you visit, remember that we offer free parking when available in the White River State Park underground parking garage.POWERFUL WOMEN: CONTEMPORARY ART FROM THE EITELJORG COLLECTION This exhibition highlights contemporary women artists, especially Native artists, and the powerful works they have created that speak to issues of personal identity, political agency, memory and violence against women.HARD TWIST: WESTERN RANCH WOMEN PHOTOGRAPHS BY BARBARA VAN CLEVE This traveling exhibition includes 62 black and white photographs that depict the tough and resilient side of ranch women of the American West.PLEASE TOUCH! THE SCULPTURES OF MICHAEL NARANJOThis fascinating exhibition features touchable sculptures of bronze by renowned artist Michael Naranjo (Santa Clara Pueblo) as part of an initiative to make exhibitions accessible to all individuals..CollectionThe Western collection features art created in the 1890 s as well as art created today. Enjoy works from members of the Taos Society of Artists as well as creations by early modernist artists including Georgia O Keffee, Robert Henri, and many more.CollectionNative Art is diverse. This collection includes art and artifacts representing all major culture areas of the Western Hemisphere from tribes in the United States and Canada. CollectionThis collection is a display of diversity. Everything from photographs, beadwork, works on paper and canvas, to beaver fur, hides, and large installations are exhibited here for visitors to understand Native and Western art outside of typical representations. CollectionThe history and expression of Western and Native Art is on display inside and out of the museum. Outdoor pieces can be found throughout the grounds in a compelling balance between sculpture and nature.MUSEUMThe Eiteljorg tells the stories of the peoples of North America in all their diversity and complexity. It s a place for historical context, artistic expression, new ideas and individual perspectives. Here, visitors immerse themselves in the diverse cultures of the West and Native America, and sharing these amazing American stories is what we do at the Eiteljorg. Press ReleasesThere s always something new happening at the Eiteljorg. Read up on our latest news and press releases. STEP INTO OUR WORLDJoin us for incredible stories, awe-inspiring art, and a deeper understanding of life and culture in the American West.

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