Exhibition Dates

September 25th - October 24th, 2009

Exhibition Title

North By Northeast: Baskets and Beadwork from the Akwesasne Mohawk and Tuscarora

Overview

This exhibition hosts selections of woven wooden baskets and beadwork made by members of Native American tribes in New York state. These selections were chosen from a larger traveling exhibition curated by Kathleen Mundell that included work from tribes across the Northeast, from New York to Maine. Basket making offers a window into the traditional arts of Native American communities. Many Native artists have concerns about the future of this tradition: from the lack of apprenticeship, dwindling supplies, and limited markets. North by Northeast was arranged to showcase these vibrant creations and bring the perspectives of Native American community members to a larger audience.

Place(s) Exhibited

Mandeville Gallery, Nott Memorial, 2nd Floor

Reception & Other Events

Opening Reception
October 2, 2009
5 – 8 pm
Nott Memorial
Reception events will include a Native American blessing performed by Tom Porter and remarks by curator Kathleen Mundell

Closing Reception and Concert
Saturday, October 24, 2009,
2 – 4 pm
Nott Memorial
A performance by Mohawk signing group Carriers of the Words and remarks by Maxine Cole. Reception to follow.

Film Screening: Frozen River
Saturday, October 17, 2009,
2 pm
Reamer Campus Center Auditorium