Remember to join us this weekend for a two-day folk music event! Don't miss the acclaimed duo Kerry Grombacher and Aspen Black as they bring their unique blend of storytelling and songcraft to the Eiteljorg Museum! Enjoy two days of music, inspiration, and creativity: Concert Saturday, July 20, 2024, 1 p.m. - Experience a special concert featuring new songs inspired by items in the Eiteljorg Museum collection, along with classic tunes that evoke the spirit of the West. Songwriting Experience Sunday, July 21, 2024, 1 p.m. - Join Kerry and Aspen for an interactive songwriting workshop, open to writers of all genres. Bring your creativity and get ready to be inspired! Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a unique musical journey. To register visit: https://ow.ly/pcvQ50SEIJN
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Indianapolis, IN 1,502 followers
The Eiteljorg tells the stories of the peoples of North America in all their diversity and complexity.
About us
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art was founded by Indianapolis businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg. Its mission—to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the art, history and cultures of the American West and the indigenous peoples of North America. The museum executes this charge in exciting and often surprising ways. The Eiteljorg collects and preserves high-quality Western art and Native American art and cultural objects. Its collection includes artists such as T.C. Cannon, N. C. Wyeth, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, Allan Houser, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Kay WalkingStick. The institution’s contemporary Native art collection has been ranked among the world’s best. The Eiteljorg also prides itself on offering engaging exhibitions. Special exhibitions at the Eiteljorg have covered diverse subjects, including the artistry and histories of pistols and motorcycles; the intersecting experiences of African- and Native Americans; Jewish life in the West; and the work of iconic artists Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe. The museum allows guests to further immerse themselves in Western and Native cultures through dynamic programs, cultural exchanges and events. The Eiteljorg has explored LGBT representation in Western film; celebrated women in the West and hosts a variety of Western and Native artists in residence each year. The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest, and one of only two museums east of the Mississippi that explore both Native America and the American West. Renowned programs such as the Indian Market and Festival, Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship and the Quest for the West® Art Show and Sale have helped the museum cultivate a national reputation as a premier cultural institution
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https://www.eiteljorg.org/
External link for The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
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- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Indianapolis, IN
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- Nonprofit
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- 1989
- Specialties
- Native American art, Western art, Native American culture, American Indians, and Native American tribes
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500 W Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46204, US
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Much has been written in recent days about the accomplishments of civic leader, businessman, public servant and philanthropist James T. “Jim” Morris, who died last week at age 81. You probably know that Morris was vice chair of Pacers Sports & Entertainment and did much over the past 50 years to raise Indianapolis’ profile as a sports and convention capital. What you might not know is that Jim Morris was a major supporter of the Eiteljorg Museum. Jim Morris helped create White River State Park, home of the Eiteljorg, Indianapolis Zoo and the Indiana State Museum. He supported efforts that brought a wide array of sporting events to downtown Indianapolis and helped launch Unigov and IUPUI. A member of the Eiteljorg Board of Directors from 2007-2013, Jim offered wisdom and insights to Eiteljorg committees. Members of the Eiteljorg since 1990, Jim and his wife Jackie Morris were Eagle Society donors and supported museum fundraising efforts and events such as Indian Market and Festival and the Quest for the West® Art Show and Sale. As art collectors, the Morrises hosted Quest for the West® receptions. Over more than 50 years, Jim Morris served in many important leadership roles -- including as a past chair of Lilly Endowment Inc. -- that helped transform our city. His later work with the UN World Food Programme to fight hunger and poverty in southern Africa and around the globe reflects his commitment to improving the lives of families and children. We at the Eiteljorg Museum join countless others around Indianapolis in remembering Jim Morris’ life of service. Our thoughts are with Jackie and the Morris family. Read more about Jim Morris here: https://lnkd.in/gyVcGMU5 Image caption: Jim Morris Image by Ed Stewart Photography, 2023
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Join us for a curator-led presentation tomorrow, July 13 at 2 p.m. of the exhibit "Why We Serve: Native Americans in the United States Armed Forces." The presentation features two visiting curators from the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI): Alexandra Harris, who curated "Why We Serve," and Rebecca Trautmann, curator for the National Native American Veterans Memorial at the NMAI. Why We Serve honors the generations of Native Americans who have served in the armed forces of the United States – often in extraordinary numbers – since the American Revolution. Don't miss this special behind-the scenes look at the exhibition! Included with regular admission. Veterans, active-duty military, museum members and Indiana college students with campus ID have free admission. Grace Thorpe collection (NMAI.AC.085), Negative Box 8, Item 19, National Museum of the American Indian #EiteljorgMuseum #NMAI
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Join us for a captivating experience this Saturday, July 13 at 1 p.m., titled Interweaving Cultures: A Dance Performance by Joti Singh and Zenon! This dance performance delves into California's rich blend of Sikh Punjabi and Mexican Catholic communities, showcasing the artistic fusion of their dance styles. After the performance, dive deeper into their creative process during an interactive workshop and talk. Gain valuable insights into how the piece was conceptualized and crafted, and learn about the rich cultural tapestry that inspired its creation. This event is part of the public programs for our ongoing exhibition "Acts of Faith: Religion and the American West," running through Aug. 4. #EiteljorgMuseum #DancePerformance #CulturalFusion #ActsOfFaith
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Come in and take a break from the summer heat at the Eiteljorg Museum while you check out our Native American Galleries, "Expressions of Life: Native Art in North America." The galleries include artworks presented in all-glass cases viewable in 360 degrees, interactive touchscreens and activity tables and downloadable audio descriptions of artworks. Get tickets today at Eiteljorg.org #EiteljrogMuseum #NativeArt #LoveIndy #WhiteRiverStatePark #VisitIndy
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Welcome to Indianapolis, delegates of the Church of God General Assembly 2024. We cordially invite #COGGA24 delegates to the Eiteljorg Museum to experience the fascinating exhibition, “Acts of Faith: Religion and the American West.” Show your convention badge or hotel room key for a discount on admission to the Eiteljorg. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWkpaacb Image captions: Gallery views of “Acts of Faith: Religion and the American West” at the Eiteljorg Museum Robert Walter Weir (1803–1889) "Sagoyewatha, or 'Red Jacket' (ca. 1758–1830)," 1828 Oil on canvas, reproduction New-York Historical Society, Gift of Winthrop Chanler, 1893.1 Eiteljorg Museum, front exterior, downtown Indianapolis Image courtesy of Jessica Strickland Photography, 2013
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Sunday July 7, is the FINAL day to see “Developing Stories: Native American Photographers in the Field" at the Eiteljorg Museum. Originally organized by the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of the American Indian, “Developing Stories” features photo essays by three Native photographers who document issues in Native communities today. The exhibition is open until 5 p.m. Sunday; don’t miss it. It’s included with regular Eiteljorg admission; veterans, active-duty military, museum members and Indiana college students with campus ID have free admission. “Native American Art” magazine recently published an article about “Developing Stories,” at this link: https://lnkd.in/g5QUjiTY Image captions: Donovan Quintero (Diné) An Omen in the Sky Chuska Mountains, Navajo Nation, July 10, 2020 Nikon D4 Tailyr Irvine (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes) Blood Quantum Before Body, 2019 digital photography Russel Albert Daniels (Diné descent and Ho-Chunk descent) Maurice Archuleta in the High Desert Surrounding Abiquiú, 2019 Black and white digital photograph/ pigment print. Thanks to Lilly Endowment Inc. who locally supported “Developing Stories”.
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Are you ready for an exciting weekend (July 20 & 21) at the Eiteljorg Museum!? The Eiteljorg Museum of Native and Western Art, in collaboration with the Indy Folk Series, invites you to a special concert and songwriting workshop featuring the talented duo Kerry and Aspen. 📅 Concert 🗓️ Saturday, July 20, 2024 🕐 1 PM Eastern Time Immerse yourself in a unique concert experience where Kerry and Aspen will debut new songs inspired by the Eiteljorg Museum's collection, alongside their beloved recordings that capture the spirit of the West. 📅 Songwriting Workshop 🗓️ Sunday, July 21, 2024 🕐 1 PM - 3 PM Eastern Time Join Kerry and Aspen for an engaging songwriting workshop open to writers of all genres. Discover the art of storytelling through song with influences from English ballads, Appalachian string-band music, and Southwest corridos. Kerry and Aspen, a duo since 2014, bring the rich musical traditions of their backgrounds to life through their songs, narrating the tales of the West’s people and events. 🎟️ Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience and create music at the Eiteljorg Museum! Get tickets: https://lnkd.in/gTXEwNkQ #EiteljorgMuseum #IndyFolkSeries #Concert #SongwritingWorkshop #KerryAndAspen #LiveMusic #IndianapolisEvents #CulturalExperience
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Whether you are enjoying the rest of your long holiday weekend, or planning to attend the Taste of Indy festival at White River State Park on Saturday, July 6, plan to visit the Eiteljorg Museum this weekend. Experience our traveling exhibitions, “Acts of Faith: Religion and the American West,” “Why We Serve: Native Americans in the United States Armed Forces,” and “Developing Stories: Native American Photographers in the Field.” All exhibitions are included with regular museum admission; veterans, active-duty military, museum members, and Indiana college students with campus ID all have free admission. We hope to see you soon!
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