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“IAIA is a community of artists and activists that understand the complexity of Indigenous knowledge systems and has helped me find my voice in that conversation.”

Melissa Shaginoff

(Chickaloon Village/Pyramid Lake)

“I produce paintings as a result of timekeeping. If I am not being productive artistically, I am not leaving an imprint of my existence. I enjoy the arts process immensely and IAIA has helped further my work.”

Daniel McCoy Jr. ’16

(Muscogee Creek/Citizen Band of Potawatomi)

“It was the hands-on classes, supportive staff, internships, and gallery preparation experiences that were most beneficial to me. After I graduate, I plan to use my knowledge and experience within my community and career.”

Tazbah Gaussoin

(Picuris Pueblo/Navajo)

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Happenings

Here you will find IAIA Happenings. For IAIA Community happenings like student club events, ASG meetings, community-only workshops, and other campus happenings, visit the IAIA Community Calendar.

List of Events

2024 Fall IAIA Graduating Senior Exhibition: Echoes of Identity

Fri, November 8Sat, December 14

Join us for the 2024 Fall IAIA Graduating Senior Exhibition, Echoes of Identity.

IAIA RCCNA Fall Symposium: Stewarding Stories, Sovereignty, and Spaces

Wed, December 4, 12:00 pm9:00 pm

The IAIA RCCNA Fall Symposium brings together scholars, students, and artists to explore the intersections of research, archives, collections, and contemporary Indigenous arts.

IAIA A-i-R: Mikailah Thompson and Ethan Lauesen—Welcome & Community Dinner

Thu, December 5, 5:00 pm7:00 pm

Join IAIA A-i-R artists Mikailah Thompson (Nimîipuu) and Ethan Lauesen (Gulkana Village Council) for a Welcome & Community dinner and Bracelet Making Workshop.

IAIA A-i-R: Mikailah Thompson and Ethan Lauesen—Open Studios

Tue, December 10, 3:00 pm5:00 pm

Join IAIA A-i-R artists Mikailah Thompson (Nimîipuu) and Ethan Lauesen (Gulkana Village Council) for an open studio tour.

MoCNA Members’ Holiday Appreciation

Fri, December 13, 5:00 pm7:00 pm

Join MoCNA for an special members-only holiday event featuring festive treats, refreshments, live music, and entertainment.

2024 Annual IAIA Holiday Art Market on December 14 Celebrates Indigenous Creativity

Sat, December 14, 9:00 am4:00 pm

This festive event is open to the public and provides a unique opportunity to support Indigenous artists and artisans while finding one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday season.

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IAIA Celebrates Truman Capote Centennial

IAIA Celebrates Truman Capote Centennial

IAIA has been receiving Truman Capote Literary Trust funding for our Creative Writing Scholarships since 1996. This support has now exceeded $1M.