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Exhibition
Of Art By Southwestern Native Americans Opens At U.Va. Art Museum
March 30 March 11, 2002-- WHAT: "Treasures from the Earth" æ An exhibition of art by Southwestern Native Americans WHEN: Saturday, March 30 through Sunday, June 9 WHERE: U.Va. Art Museum WHO: Mary Jo Ayers, adjunct curator of Native-American Art WHAT: Gallery Talk WHEN: Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m. WHERE: U.Va. Art Museum "Treasures from the Earth," an exhibition of Southwestern Native American art opens at the University of Virginia Art Museum Saturday, March 30, and runs through Sunday, June 9. The exhibition features pottery, baskets, textiles and jewelry made by Native Americans living in the southwestern United States. The works, all drawn from the museum’s permanent collection date from 1880 to the mid-20th century. The pieces reflect traditional Native-American values, materials, and methods that contribute to maintaining the delicate balance between man and earth. Mary Jo Ayers, adjunct curator of Native American Art and exhibit organizer, will present a gallery talk on Sunday, April 7 at 2 p.m. in the museum. Contact: Jane Ford, (434) 924-4298 |
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