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.
info@eiteljorg.com
http://www.eiteljorg.org
500 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 636-9378
(317) 275-1400
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.
Katherine Dickerson is a member of the Kiowa Tribe in Oklahoma. The Kiowa migrated from the northern plains around the Yellowstone River and Missouri River down to the southwest part of Oklahoma. Kathy was raised going between St. Louis and her tribal lands in Oklahoma and has spent her entire life learning the crafts, culture, and history of her tribe from elders and her father. Kathy shares history, storytelling, tribal song and dance and her craftsmanship using a hands on approach. She makes materials the way they were made back in the 1800’s, even scraping and brain tanning her hides. The bags, belts, beaded fans, beaded gourds and footwear that Kathy makes are used in her presentations. She enjoys keeping the Kiowa traditions alive, and has been giving demonstrations and lectures in school and at gatherings ever since she was in grade school herself.
Depending on the age of the students and venue, Kathy will share her Kiowa culture and traditions through storytelling, tribal song and dance, using her own handmade cultural items. Students will make their own modern version of a Plains style ring and pin game, similar to the European ball and cup game.
Eric Hinkle
(317) 636-9378
grouptours@eiteljorg.com
November 7 – 22, 2019
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Kathy will need an area where she can talk about her culture and students can work on projects at desks or tables.
This program can take place at the Eiteljorg Museum or in your school classroom or other school location.
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.
If group is going to be more than 15 minutes late, please notify. If a cancellation is necessary, please notify asap.