Indigenous Artists Speak Out Against Stereotypes in “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes,” at the Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
Indigenous Artists Speak Out Against Stereotypes in “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes,” at the Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
Indigenous Artists Speak Out Against Stereotypes in “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes,” at the Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
Misericordia University’s Pauly Friedman Art Gallery fall exhibit “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes,” will run from Tuesday, September 5 through Sunday, October 22, 2023.
Zachary Presley, Genuineness, 2015; archival digital print, 20 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches; Courtesy of
private collection.
In the exhibition “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes,” twelve contemporary Native American visual artists confront misconceptions of Indigenous identity and culture with humor, defiance, and honesty. Artworks include ceramics, prints, and mixed media pieces from found objects such as vinyl records. Oklahoma artist and editor of First American Art Magazine America Meredith initially curated this nationally-touring exhibit.
“Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes” embraces Native Americans’ power to replace stereotypical images that permeate the current pop culture landscape. Recognizing that stereotypes often occur without conscious awareness, the exhibition includes didactic information that explores common stereotypes about Native Americans that are falsehoods, followed by the truths behind them.
Presented originally at Tulsa’s “108|Contemporary” in 2016, this exhibition is organized by “ExhibitsUSA,” a program of the Mid-America Arts Alliance.
There will be a free reception and artmaking event on Saturday, October 21, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Live music performance by Patrick Temple, professor of Guitar at Misericordia University.
Exhibition: “Savages and Princesses: The Persistence of Native American Stereotypes”
Host Organization: Misericordia University’s Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
Dates: September 5 – October 22, 2023
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Friday – Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; all other times are by appointment
Location: Misericordia University, 2nd floor Insalaco Hall; 301 Lake St, Dallas, PA, 18612
Admission: Free
Contact: (570) 674-6250; misericordia.edu/art
About ExhibitsUSA
ExhibitsUSA, a Mid-America Arts Alliance national program, tours this exhibit. ExhibitsUSA annually sends more than twenty-five exhibitions on tour to over 100 small- and mid-sized communities. These exhibitions create access to an array of arts and humanities experiences, nurture the understanding of diverse cultures and art forms, and encourage the expanding depth and breadth of cultural life in local communities. For more about ExhibitsUSA, email [email protected] or visit www.eusa.org.
About Mid-America Arts Alliance.
Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) strengthens and supports artists, cultural organizations, and communities throughout our region and beyond. We achieve this primarily through our national traveling exhibition programs, innovative leadership development, and strategic grant-making. We are especially committed to enriching the cultural life of historically underserved communities by providing high-quality, meaningful, and accessible arts and culture programs and services. We believe in more art for more people. Additional information about M-AAA is available at www.maaa.org.
About the Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
The Mission of the Pauly Friedman and MacDonald Art Galleries is to engage the Misericordia campus and community in creative experiences through visual arts exhibitions and programs that foster critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and global citizenship. Regular gallery hours are 12-7 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday and 12-5 p.m. Fridays to Sundays. Other times are available by appointment. Closed during university closings and holidays. Admission is always free to all. Please call or check the gallery website, www.misericordia.edu/art, to confirm your visit. To schedule a free tour or private appointment, or for more information, contact the art gallery director, Lalaine Bangilan Little, Ph.D., at (570) 674-6250 or email [email protected].