Supported in part by the Robert L. Gardiner Foundation.

Join us for a special discussion with Jaime T. Herrell, an independent curator and education program developer, as she examines the intersection of her curatorial work and the themes of resistance, witnessing, and reclaiming space that are alive and vibrant in Eternal Testament.  Herrell will take a deeper dive into a few works: Natalie Ball’s You Usually Bury the Head in the Woods Trophy Head, James Luna’s Take a Picture with a Real Indian, Marie Watt’s Placeholder (Horizon), and Cara Romero’s Last Indian Market.

Following the in-depth look at the works, Herrell will engage the audience in a thoughtful and interactive discussion, inviting a conversation that asks attendees to think beyond land acknowledgment. How do we support Indigenous artists, land sovereignty, and Indigenous futurism in tangible ways?

Herrell is deeply interested in how artists use materials and storytelling to connect the past with the present. She collaborates with artists who challenge outdated ideas of Indigeneity, using their work to reclaim both materials and narratives. Through her work, she aims to create opportunities for learning, meaningful conversations, and community connection, making every experience valuable for everyone involved.

Proceeds from this event will be used to support Ma’s House, an art space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.