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; digital print, 20 1/2 by 20 1/2 inches. Courtesy
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. Ceramics, prints and mixed media works made with found objects like vinyl records are among the artworks. America Meredith is an Oklahoma artist, editor of First American Art Magazine and a national 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. In recognition that stereotypes are often formed without awareness, this exhibition provides didactic information about common Native American stereotypes and the truth 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.
Patrick Temple is a professor of guitar at Misericordia University. He will be performing live music during the reception on Saturday October 21 from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
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 Insalaco Hall 2nd floor, 301 Lake St. Dallas, PA 18612.
Admission is Free
Contact: (570) 674-6250; misericordia.edu/art
About ExhibitsUSA
This exhibit is toured by ExhibitsUSA – a national program of the Mid-America Arts Alliance. ExhibitsUSA sends out more than 25 exhibitions a year to small and medium-sized towns. These exhibitions encourage an expanding range of cultural experiences in communities, promote the understanding and appreciation of different cultures and art forms and provide access to arts and humanities. Email [email protected] to learn more about ExhibitsUSA. Or visit www.eusa.org.
Mid-America Arts Alliance.
Mid-America Arts Alliance supports and strengthens cultural organizations and artists in our region, as well as communities. Our national traveling exhibitions, innovative leadership development and strategic grantmaking are the primary ways we achieve this. We are particularly committed to enriching the culture of historically underserved community by providing high quality, meaningful and accessible programs and cultural services. We believe that more art should be available to more people. You can find out more about M-AAA at www.maaa.org.
Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
The mission of the Pauly Friedman and MacDonald Art Galleries, is to engage Misericordia’s campus and the community in creative experiences by presenting visual arts exhibitions and implementing programs that promote critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and global citizenship. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 12-7 p.m. and Fridays and Sundays 12-5 p.m. By appointment, other times can be arranged. Closed on university holidays and during closures. Admission is free to everyone. 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].