Spirit Seeds Opening Reception

Join us for the opening reception of Spirit Seeds: A Celebration of Indigenous Beadwork at the Bradley Museum. Meet guest curator and artist Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash, Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario), who will lead an exhibition tour of stunning examples of historic beadwork from the Woodlands and Great Lakes Regions, along with present-day examples of the art form.

Tiny glass seed beads hand-sewn onto pieces ranging from the decorative to functional items are known as “Little Spirits” in some Indigenous Languages. Spirit Seeds showcases post contact trade-era beads, historical beadwork and contemporary beadwork. Featuring work by local Indigenous artists, beadwork is still a critical part of personal creative expression and Indigenous culture today.

Light refreshments to follow.

Advance registration is not required but is recommended.