Vernon Ah Kee Cantchant (we grew here), Detail, 2009. Video, 12 painted surfboards and 9 acrylic paintings on canvas. National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa. Purchased 2010 ©. Courtesy of the artist and Milani Gallery Photo © NGC
Sakahàn: International Indigenous Art
Symposium: Indigenous. Global. Now.
The Sakahàn Symposium: Friday 17 May from 1 to 5 pm
Venue: National Gallery of Canada – 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Three speakers with diverse areas of expertise will address the artistic, historical and cultural timeliness of an exhibition on contemporary Indigenous art from around the world. Following the speakers’ presentations there will be a town hall conversation between the curators and artists in the exhibition.
Simultaneous interpretation available. In the Auditorium.
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors and students, and $10 members.
Registration and ticket required: 613-998-8888 or 1.888.541.8888
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