Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

The Eiteljorg Museum offers insightful programs and tours that explore the cultural diversity of the American West, examine the unexpected West of the imagination and celebrate Native American and Western art, history and cultures. When you visit, your students will learn about the Indigenous peoples of North America and the American West in ways they have not before. They will hear fascinating stories and learn about cultures, from centuries ago to the present day. Students will see paintings, sculptures, pottery, artifacts and more, as well as interactive exhibits that will enhance their understanding of the subject matter. Student tours are updated throughout the year to coincide with special exhibits and new acquisitions. A tour from a month ago might look completely different from a tour tomorrow. When you book a tour, ask Eiteljorg staff about possible visiting artists in residence, special exhibitions and seasonal events and programs that might be taking place on the date of your visit. Prepare for an upcoming visit or extend the lesson with online educator resources. These materials are great for lessons in the classroom, but also serve as a great toolkit for students who are looking to expand their subject knowledge.

EDUCATOR CONTACT INFO

info@eiteljorg.com

http://www.eiteljorg.org

  500 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 636-9378

(317) 275-1400

Artist in Residence: Melanie Sainz (Ho-Chunk)

Program description

Each year the Eiteljorg Museum hosts Native American and Western artists for one to three-week residencies. Artist experiences are available both at the museum and can be combined with gallery tours, and in your school classroom or other venue. Artists talk with students about their culture and their art and then lead them in an art making activity.

Melanie Tallmadge Sainz (Ho-Chunk) will be in residence at the museum October 12 – 23, 2021. Melanie is an artist in several media, including basketry, quillwork, and beadwork. She is Ho-Chunk and grew up in Wisconsin Dells, where her parents Roger and Bernadine Tallmadge owned and operated the Winnebago Indian Museum for many years. After a long career as an educator and artist in Arizona, Melanie returned to Wisconsin Dells to found Little Eagle Arts Foundation, or LEAF, and Native Presence Gallery and Learning Center. Native Presence hosts exhibits and workshops that provide support for emerging artists and showcase authentic Native American art.

Melanie will share her Ho-Chunk culture and traditions through artwork and storytelling, before leading students through a related art-making activity.

 

 

Booking / scheduling contact

Eric Hinkle

   (317) 636-9378

 grouptours@eiteljorg.com

Program detail
Artistic discipline: History & Heritage, Storytelling, Visual Arts
Cultural Origin: Native American
Program type: Field Trip, Workshop/Class (In-School), Workshop/Class (Out-of-School)
Population served: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Students with Disabilities
Subject: Fine Arts: Visual Arts, History, Social Studies
Bilingual: No
Available dates:

Melanie is available to work with student groups October 12 – 15 and 19 – 22, 2021

Available times:

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Length of program: 45 - 60 minutes
Space / technical requirements:

In a non-museum setting, Melanie will need a table or flat surface to show examples of her work. Students will need a flat surface for the art-making activity.

Location(s):

This program can take place at the Eiteljorg Museum or in your school classroom or other school location.

Fees / Ticketing:

Artist experiences are included with group admission to the museum. Students and accompanying adults in groups are $5 each. All preregistered IPS groups receive free admission to the museum. One payment due upon arrival–check, cash or Visa/MC.

Inquire about Eiteljorg transportation grants and other artist outreach discounts when artists come to your school.

IDOE STANDARDS

Connects to State (IDOE) and/or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes
SOCIAL STUDIES:
Standard 1 - History
FINE ARTS: VISUAL ARTS:
Anchor Standard 1 – Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work: Creativity and innovative thinking are essential life skills that can be developed.
Anchor Standard 1 – Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work: Artists and designers shape artistic investigations, following or breaking with traditions in pursuit of creative artmaking goals.
Anchor Standard 2 – Organize and develop artistic ideas and work: Artists and designers experiment with forms, structures, materials, concepts, media, and art-making approaches
Anchor Standard 2 – Organize and develop artistic ideas and work: People create and interact with objects, places, and design that define, shape, enhance, and empower their lives.
Anchor Standard 10 – Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art: Through art-making, people make meaning by investigating and developing awareness of perceptions, knowledge, and experiences.
Anchor Standard 11 – Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding: People develop ideas and understandings of society, culture, and history through their interactions with and analysis of art.

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes
Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes
Maintains general liability insurance: Yes
Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes
Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes
Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes
Connects to State (IDOE) and/or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes
Cancellation Policy

If group is going to be more than 15 minutes late, please notify. If a cancellation is necessary, please notify asap.