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List of Events
Admissions: Admitted Student Webinar
We invite you to attend this virtual session to prepare for the Fall 2021 Semester.
Admissions: Cinematic Arts and Technology Webinar
Attend this virtual session to learn more about the Cinematic Arts & Technology program, courses, and the technology available for IAIA students.
Michael Namingha: Artist Talk and Virtual Tour
Please join us for an artist talk and virtual tour with Michael Namingha (Tewa/Hopi) for a discussion about his exhibition Altered Landscapes.
Admissions: Meet Current IAIA Students
Join us for a panel with a few of our IAIA students.
Admissions: Info Session for Transfer Students
Join us for this virtual session to review our academic programs and talk about the transfer process.
Admissions: Info Session for Prospective Students
You are invited to this virtual session to learn about IAIA academic programs, the application process, student life, and more.
Past Happenings
List of Events
IAIA Annual Career Fair
Employers are invited to the Institute of American Indian Arts Career Fair on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. It will be held virtually from 11 am–1 pm.
IAIA A-i-R: MacKnight and Webster—Talk
Join us for an talk with current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Sheridan MacKnight (White Earth Chippewa/Hunkpapa Lakota) and previous A-i-R artist Jodi Webster (Ho-Chunk Nation).
Linda Lomahaftewa: Artist Talk
Discussion with artist Linda Lomahaftewa (Hopi/Choctaw) and Curator Dr. Lara M. Evans (Cherokee).
Low Residency MFA in Studio Arts Open House
Please join us during a live streaming event to learn more about the Low Residency MFA in Studio Arts.
Virtual President’s Circle Event
Please join IAIA President Dr. Robert Martin (Cherokee), and special guest, retired Academic Dean Charlene Teters (Spokane) as we explore the artwork of recent and upcoming IAIA graduates.
Sisters Rising: Discussion with Filmmaker Willow O’Feral
After the virtual screening of the film Sisters Rising, attend a discussion with filmmaker Willow O’Feral.
Robyn Tsinnajinnie: Instagram Takeover
Artist and IAIA Alum Robyn Tsinnajinnie (Diné) will be taking over MoCNA’s Instagram.
Warrior Women: Virtual Screening
Virtual screening of film Warrior Women, directed by Christina D. King and Elizabeth A. Castle, produced by Anna Marie Pitman.
IAIA Annual Open House
IAIA is holding its annual Open House Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20—this year it will be a virtual event.
Native American Heritage Month
November is designated as Native American Heritage Month, and in honor of the many diverse, distinct, and dynamic Indigenous communities, IAIA has organized several virtual events.
Mercedes Dorame: “Taking Our Ancestors Forward” Virtual Workshop
MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Mercedes Dorame (Tongva) will be facilitating a workshop on memory-making.
Luzene Hill: “Juxtaposed” Virtual Workshop
Join MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) for a virtual workshop.
Mercedes Dorame: Instagram Takeover
MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Mercedes Dorame (Tongva) will be taking over MoCNA’s Instagram for one day.
Mercedes Dorame: Virtual Artist Talk
MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) will be taking over MoCNA’s Instagram for one day.
Luzene Hill: Instagram Takeover
MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) will be taking over MoCNA’s Instagram for one day.
Luzene Hill: Virtual Artist Talk
Join MoCNA’s Social Engagement Art resident Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) for a presentation on her artistic practice.
Blood Memory: Virtual Screening and Presentation
Live virtual presentation with Sandy White Hawk (Sicangu Lakota) and filmmaker Drew Nicholas.
Tamara Burgh, MoCNA, and form & concept
Video premiere on Facebook of fiber artist Tamara Burgh (Inupiat-Kawerak/Swede).
MoCNA #AskACurator
#AskACurator with Chief Curator Manuela Well-Off-Man and Curator of Collections Tatiana Lomahaftewa-Singer.
MoCNA Instagram Takeover: Terran Last Gun
Visual artist and printmaker, Terran Last Gun (Piikani (Blackfeet)), will be taking over MoCNA’s Instagram.
IAIA 2020 Commencement Ceremony
The 2020 IAIA Commencement will be presented virtually.
2020 IAIA Virtual Scholarship Event—Scholarships Shape Futures
Featuring an online auction of award-winning alumni artists pieces, a live paddle call, and appearances from students and celebrity friends.
Jeffrey Veregge: Virtual Artist Talk
Join us for the first of five artist talks in our “Indigenous Futurisms Virtual Series” with artist Jeffrey Veregge.
IAIA A-i-R: Young Man and Evans on KSFR (Cancelled)
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Alfred Young Man (Chippewa-Cree) and A-i-R Director Lara Evans (Cherokee) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA 2020 Student Film Festival
This year, the seventh annual IAIA Student Film Festival is going virtual.
IAIA 2020 Spring Powwow (Cancelled)
Important Notice: Due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, this event is cancelled.
IAIA A-i-R: Young Man—Studio Tour (Cancelled)
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Alfred Young Man (Chippewa-Cree) on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for a tour of the artist’s studio space.
IAIA A-i-R: Young Man—Dinner and Studio Tour (Cancelled)
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Alfred Young Man (Chippewa-Cree) for free dinner followed by a tour of the artist’s studio space.
IAIA A-i-R: Nielsen and Pourier—Open Studios (Cancelled)
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Marlene Ann Nielsen (Yup’ik Kokhanok Tribe) and Kevin Pourier (Oglala Lakota) on the IAIA campus for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA A-i-R: Nielsen and Pourier on KSFR (Cancelled)
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Marlene Ann Nielsen (Yup’ik Kokhanok Tribe) and Kevin Pourier (Oglala Lakota) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Nielsen and Pourier—Dinner and Studio Tours (Cancelled)
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Marlene Ann Nielsen (Yup’ik Kokhanok Tribe) and Kevin Pourier (Oglala Lakota) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
Somebody’s Daughter—Special Showing
Somebody’s Daughter focuses on some of the higher-profile MMIW cases, some of which were raised during the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs MMIW/MMIP hearing in December 2018.
Momentousness: Avis Charley–Reception
This exhibition, in the Lloyd Kiva New Gallery in the Museum Store, features Avis Charley’s (Spirit Lake Tribe, Diné) new ledger art painted on antique ledger paper.
IAIA 2020 BFA Exhibition “Resistance Through Existence”—Reception
The exhibition tackles a wide variety of topics ranging from the revitalization of tribal regalia and mask making to healing from traumatic events that happened as a result of European colonization.
2020 IAIA Art Competition
The Balzer Gallery is proud to host the annual IAIA Art Competition, a precursor to the 2020 American Indian Higher Education Consortium’s (AIHEC) annual conference, which includes a very competitive art competition
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Hoover—Open Studios
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Topaz Jones (Shoshone, Kalapuya, Molalla, Lummi) and Anna Hoover (Norwegian, Unangax̂) on the IAIA campus for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA A-i-R: Hoover on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Anna Hoover (Norwegian, Unangax̂) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Hoover—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Topaz Jones (Shoshone, Kalapuya, Molalla, Lummi) and Anna Hoover (Norwegian, Unangax̂) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
Somebody’s Daughter
Somebody’s Daughter focuses on some of the higher-profile MMIW cases, some of which were raised during the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs MMIW/MMIP hearing in December 2018.
Somebody’s Daughter
Somebody’s Daughter focuses on some of the higher-profile MMIW cases, some of which were raised during the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs MMIW/MMIP hearing in December 2018.
Charlene Teters: Way of Sorrows—Reception
Way of Sorrows, a new installation by Charlene Teters (Spokane), addresses current issues such as forced migrations and the US-Mexico border crises, while asking questions about responsibility and identifying new myths.
Indigenous Futurisms: Transcending Past/Present/Future—Reception
Indigenous Futurisms highlights artworks that present the future from a Native perspective, and illustrates the use of cosmology and science as part of tribal oral history and ways of life.
G. Peter Jemison: Iroquois Creation Story—Reception
This exhibition features colored pencil drawings and 3-D works by renowned contemporary Native artist G. Peter Jemison (Seneca, Heron Clan) created in preparation for his film Iroquois Creation Story.
Amanda Beardsley: Future Vibes
Future Vibes depicts young Pueblo women dancing into the future—to suggest that traditional knowledge continues into the present and future.
2020 IAIA Student Success Safety Summit
IAIA students, faculty, and staff will gather on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, for IAIA’s Annual Student Success Safety Summit. This year’s topic is centered around Community Safety which includes workshops, presentations, and activities.
Free First Fridays at MoCNA
Join us on Friday, February 7, 2020, from 5–7 pm at the MoCNA for “Free First Fridays”—free admission to the Museum and hot cocoa.
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Paz-Pedro—Open Studios
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Topaz Jones (Shoshone, Kalapuya, Molalla, Lummi) and Margarita Paz-Pedro (Laguna Pueblo, Mexican American) on the IAIA campus for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
In Plain Sight: The Art of IAIA Faculty and Staff—Reception
Each and every day, the IAIA faculty and staff work tirelessly to make the campus and museum an epicenter of Native American art and learning. But how often are these educators, administrators, and museum professionals afforded a moment in the spotlight?
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Paz-Pedro—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Topaz Jones (Shoshone, Kalapuya, Molalla, Lummi) and Margarita Paz-Pedro (Laguna Pueblo, Mexican American) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Paz-Pedro on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Topaz Jones (Shoshone, Kalapuya, Molalla, Lummi) and Margarita Paz-Pedro (Laguna Pueblo, Mexican American) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
Mix and Mingle at MoCNA—Learn about Volunteering
Join us Wednesday, January 15, 2020, from 5–6:30 pm at the MoCNA to learn all about the Volunteer and Docent Training Opportunities for Spring 2020.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Pam Houston and Brandon Hobson
Readers include Pam Houston and Brandon Hobson. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Lehua M. Taitano, Brooke Swaney, and Migizi Pensoneau
Readers include Lehua M. Taitano, Brooke Swaney, and Migizi Pensoneau. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Esther Belin and Tiffany Midge
Readers include Esther Belin and Tiffany Midge. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Cedar Sigo, Toni Jensen, and James Thomas Stevens
Readers include Cedar Sigo, Toni Jensen, and James Thomas Stevens. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Rion Amilcar Scott, Jennifer Foerster, and Sherwin Bitsui
Readers include Rion Amilcar Scott, Jennifer Foerster, and Sherwin Bitsui. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—Ken White, Chip Livingston, and Kimberly Blaeser
Readers include Ken White, Chip Livingston, and Kimberly Blaeser. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Reading Series—David Treuer and Kristiana Kahakauwila
Readers include David Treuer and Kristiana Kahakauwila. The Winter Reading Series takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
Free First Fridays at MoCNA
Join us on Friday, January 3, 2020, from 5–7 pm at the MoCNA for “Free First Fridays”—free admission to the Museum and hot cocoa.
IAIA 2019 Holiday Art Market
Our Annual IAIA Holiday Art Market grows every year with the support of artists and art-enthusiasts alike. The mix of students, alumni, and other artists have made this market truly unique with their original works.
Morphologies: IAIA and the Art of Native Oklahoma
Please join IAIA’s Scholarly Fellow Laura Marshall Clark on Monday, December 2 for a public presentation based on her research during her fellowship at IAIA.
IAIA 2019 Fall Senior Graduating Exhibition—Opening Reception
Thirteen, the IAIA 2019 Fall Senior Graduating Exhibition, opens November 14 through December 10.
IAIA Feast Day
The Second Annual IAIA Feast Day on Wed., Nov. 6, 2019 includes dances and food. Free and open to the public.
IAIA A-i-R: Neel, Jones, and Vigil—Open Studios
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw), Tom Jones (Ho-Chunk), and Cougar Vigil (Jicarilla Apache) on the IAIA campus for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA Annual Open House
IAIA is holding its annual Open House on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 from 2:00 pm—6:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public. Light food and refreshments will be provided by Bon Appétit Café.
IAIA A-i-R: Jones and Vigil on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Tom Jones (Ho-Chunk) and Cougar Vigil (Jicarilla Apache) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Neel, Jones, and Vigil—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw), Tom Jones (Ho-Chunk), and Cougar Vigil (Jicarilla Apache) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA A-i-R: Neel on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Neel and Webster—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw) and Jodi Webster (Ho-Chunk Nation) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
Suzan Shown Harjo Symposium
The National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) and the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) are co-sponsoring the Suzan Shown Harjo Symposium on September 20, 2019 at the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Creative Writing Reading: Brandon Hobson
Brandon Hobson (Cherokee) reading of Where the Dead Sit Talking followed by a Q&A session in the CLE commons.
IAIA A-i-R: Garza, Neel, and Webster—Open Studios
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists River Tikwi Garza (Tongva), Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw), and Jodi Webster (Ho-Chunk Nation) on the IAIA campus for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
2019 Fall Scholarship Awards Luncheon
IAIA is hosting its Fall 2019 Scholarship Awards Luncheon on Thursday, September 12, 2019, in the Performing Arts and Fitness Center Gym. Scholarship recipients, family, donors, staff, faculty, and invited guests will attend a lunch catered by Bon Appétit to recognize scholarship recipients—totaling 379 students—$562,348 in awards.
IAIA A-i-R: Garza and Webster on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists River Tikwi Garza (Tongva) and Jodi Webster (Ho-Chunk Nation) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Garza, Neel, and Webster—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists River Tikwi Garza (Tongva), Edwin Neel (Kwakwaka’wakw), and Jodi Webster (Ho-Chunk Nation) for free dinner followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
2019 Art Rush
Kick off the school year with a BBQ, listen to music, and make art. Art Rush is an annual IAIA community event hosted in the Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery. IAIA students, alumni, faculty, staff, and their families, are invited to join.
Native Entrepreneurs and Artists—Panel Discussion
Native Entrepreneurship is the focus of this panel discussion between innovative and groundbreaking Native business owners.
Joy Harjo: Reading and Reception
MoCNA and Collected Works Bookstore are co-presenting a reading and performance by Joy Harjo (Muscogee Creek Nation), the first Native American to be appointed United States Poet Laureate.
Experimental exPRESSion: Panel Discussion
The subject of this panel is Experimental exPRESSion: Printmaking at IAIA, 1963–1980 , a new exhibition curated from a print collection recently donated MoCNA.
Contemporary Indigenous Discourse Series: Reconciliation Panel Discussion and Performance
This panel, moderated by Reconciliation guest curator and former state historian Dr. Estevan Rael-Gálvez, discusses Pueblo and Hispano artists’ responses to the aftermath of last year’s ending of “La Entrada”.
The Blessing: Film and Dialogue
The Blessing is a vital piece of modern Native storytelling. The film has some of the most unique and intimate views of life today on a reservation we’ve ever seen.
Tiffany Adams Pop-Up Shop
Artist Tiffany Adams (Chemehuevi Indian Tribe of Lake Havasu) will be featured in the IAIA Museum Store for one day only.
Painting and Driving: Axle Contemporary in Conversation with Steven Yazzie
Matthew Chase-Daniel from Axle Contemporary mobile gallery will interview Steven Yazzie (Navajo) about his Drawing and Driving performances.
Tour: Sámi Intervention/Dáidda Gážada
Join Andrea R. Hanley (Navajo), curator of Sámi Intervention/Dáidda Gážada as she discusses this exhibition.
Gallery Session: Tour with Visual Voices Contemporary Chickasaw Artists
Join us for a gallery tour of Visual Voices: Contemporary Chickasaw Art artists Kristen Dorsey, Brenda Kingery, and Dustin Mater.
Live Broadcast: Santa Fe’s Public Radio KSFR 101.1 FM
Featuring giveaways and live radio all day from KSFR 101.1 FM, Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) of Indigenous Foundation, will be live from the booth.
2019 IAIA Student and Recent Graduate Art Market
Visitors will be able to purchase artwork by current Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) students and recent graduates at this exclusive two-day art happening at MoCNA.
Bison Star Naturals Pop–Up Shop
The IAIA Museum Store is hosting a pop-shop with Bison Star Naturals. Come meet the husband and wife team Angelo and Jacquelene McHorse (Taos Pueblo).
Experimental exPRESSion: Printmaking at IAIA, 1963–1980—Opening Reception
Experimental exPRESSion: Printmaking at IAIA, 1963–1980 features fifty-one recently-acquired works on paper from the Tubis Print Collection.
Visual Voices: Contemporary Chickasaw Art—Opening Reception
Visual Voices: Contemporary Chickasaw Art presents thought provoking, experimental, and critical works by fifteen established and emerging artists whose art confirms a strong continuation of Chickasaw art practices.
Reconciliation—Opening Reception
Reconciliation responds to the transformation and last year's ending of “La Entrada” as part of the Santa Fe Fiestas. Recognizing the power of art to open dialogue toward reconciliation, the exhibition will serve as an expression of “post-entrada” creativity in Santa Fe and surrounding communities.
Sámi Intervention/Dáidda Gážada—Opening Reception
Through video and installation art, this exhibition creates a narrative of visual sovereignty and cultural and intellectual connections with contemporary Sámi, who are Indigenous peoples from parts of Norway, Sweden, and northern Finland.
Mikayla Patton Pop-Up Shop
For one day only, the IAIA Museum Store is hosting a pop-up shop with recent IAIA Alumna Mikayla Patton (Oglala Lakota).
2019 IAIA Alumni Luncheon at Indian Market
This year’s IAIA Alumni luncheon during Indian Market will take place on Friday, August 16, 2019 at 12 pm at MoCNA in downtown Santa Fe.
Indigo Arrows Pop-Up Shop
The IAIA Museum Store is hosting an exciting pop-up shop with Native-owned home décor company Indigo Arrows (based in Manitoba, Canada).
2019 Indian Market at MoCNA (All Happenings)
During the 2019 SWAIA Indian Market weekend, please visit IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) for its own special events Thursday, August 15–Sunday, August 18.
2019 IAIA Scholarship Dinner and Auction
IAIA continues its tradition to celebrate student imagination and achievement in the arts as we look toward hosting our most important fundraiser. Surrounded by superb Native art open to your bidding, you are invited to enjoy the rooftop reception and mingle with IAIA alumni, students, and faculty.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Pam Houston, Chip Livingston, and Kristiana Kahakauwila
Readers include Pam Houston, Chip Livingston, and Kristiana Kahakauwila. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Cherie Dimaline and Layli Long Soldier
Readers include Cherie Dimaline and Layli Long Soldier. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Santee Frazier and E.C. Osondu
Readers include Santee Frazier and E.C. Osondu. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Jennifer Elise Foerster, Brooke Swaney Pepion, and Toni Jensen
Readers include Jennifer Elise Foerster, Brooke Swaney Pepion, and Toni Jensen. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Abigail Chabitnoy, Kimberly Blaeser, and Ken White
Readers include Abigail Chabitnoy, Kimberly Blaeser, and Ken White. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Ramona Ausubel, Sherwin Bitsui, and Geoff Harris
Readers include Ramona Ausubel, Sherwin Bitsui, and Geoff Harris. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering—Esther Belin, Derek Palacio, and Marie-Helene Bertino
Readers include Esther Belin, Derek Palacio, and Marie-Helene Bertino. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
Sum of Shadows—Reception and Artist Talk
Sum of Shadows is an investigation into the memories carried with photographic artist Arista Slater-Sandoval from her childhood into adulthood, and the hidden influences they hold. In this series, cyanotype film stills from her childhood are overlaid with contemporary images to build complex connections between past and present.
Action + Activation: Art for a New Understanding—Panel Discussion
Please join us for a dynamic discussion featuring artists from MoCNA’s newest exhibition, Art for a New Understanding: Native Perspectives, 1950s to Now, organized by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
2019 IAIA Commencement Ceremony
Roxanne Swentzell (Santa Clara Pueblo) has been selected to give IAIA’s commencement address at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 18, 2019, and in addition to delivering the commencement address, Swentzell will also be awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities degree during the ceremony.
Dwayne Wilcox, Tiffany Adams, #NoFilter Reception, and MFA Reading
This event includes four components—a Gallery talk with Dwayne Wilcox (Oglala Lakota), a performance by Tiffany T. Adams (Chemehuevi Indian Tribe), a reading by MFA Creative Writing graduates, and the closing reception for #NoFilter: IAIA 2019 BFA Exhibition.
IAIA 2019 Spring Powwow
The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) presents its 2019 Spring Powwow on Saturday, May 11, 2018, from 10 am–7 pm. Cash prizes available.
IAIA Portfolio Day
Portfolio Day has been cancelled for Saturday, May 11. Portfolios will still accepted for faculty critique and review for potential scholarships.
IAIA Alumni Appreciation Dinner
IAIA Alumni are the foundation of IAIA. Alumni Relations and the Alumni Council invite alumni to be our dinner guests on the second Friday in May.
2019 IAIA Graduating Senior Creative Writing Reading: Scribo Ergo Sum
Graduating seniors Debbie Haddow, Damien Moore (Navajo), Chelsea Napper, and Matthew Robeck will be reading from original works in poetry, fiction, and non-fiction.
IAIA MusicFest
The Third Annual IAIA MusicFest includes various performers and it will be held in the dance circle. This is an all ages show, open to the public, and free admission. Lawn chairs and blankets are permitted—rain or shine.
Tearing Down Walls: Voices from the Middle East and Santa Fe
The one-hour performance of Tearing Down Walls: Voices from the Middle East and Santa Fe is followed by a talkback with the actors and director exploring issues relevant to both the Middle East and New Mexico.
IAIA A-i-R: Craig, Brigman, and Worl—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Jordan Ann Craig, Rico Lanáat’ Worl, and Shawn Brigman in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA 2019 Spring Senior Graduating Exhibition
In April, seventeen seniors from the Studio Arts and Museum Studies programs will present their senior projects in the IAIA 2019 Spring Senior Graduating Exhibition.
Jewelry Workshop Remix: Brian Fleetwood
Due to overwhelming response to this workshop, please join artist Brian Fleetwood (Mvskoke Creek) in a second jewelry workshop, in which the artist will discuss his practice and participants will be guided through a creative process.
IAIA A-i-R: Worl and Brigman on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Rico Lanáat’ Worl and Shawn Brigman in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Youngbird, Craig, and Worl—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Laura Youngbird, Jordan Ann Craig, and Rico Lanáat’ Worl in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
The Art and Aesthetics of Flies: A Seminar with Norman Maktima
Join world class fisherman Norman Maktima (San Felipe/Laguna/Hopi) in a demonstration in the art and aesthetics of fly fish tying, in which Maktima will discuss his practice and participants will be guided through a creative process.
IAIA Annual Career Fair
You and your organization are invited to the Institute of American Indian Arts 2019 Career Fair on Wednesday, April 3. It will be held on IAIA’s beautiful campus in Santa Fe, New Mexico from 10 am–2 pm in the Center for Lifelong Education building—registration is free.
IAIA A-i-R: Youngbird and Craig on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Laura Youngbird and Jordan Ann Craig in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Youngbird, Craig, and Worl—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Laura Youngbird, Jordan Ann Craig, and Rico Lanáat’ Worl for free dinner in the Balzer Gallery in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm.
Jangarh School and Gond Art—Talk by Dr. Bina Sengar
The Jangarh School and Gond Art: The Ecological Reflections of Societies talk by Dr. Bina Sengar is presented through the Fulbright Scholar Program’s Outreach Lecturing Fund (OLF).
MoCNA Social Engagement Artist-in-Residence Talk
Bring your lunch and join artists Sonya Kelliher-Combs (Inupiaq and Athabascan) and Terrol Dew Johnson (Tohono O’odham) as they discuss their practice and their current Social Engagement Art Residency at MoCNA.
IAIA A-i-R: Gray and Sonoquie—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Darren Vigil Gray, and Monique Sonoquie in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
Kids’ Day at the Museum Store
Please join the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) book club as we welcome children (K-5) to the Museum. Join us for this fun-filled family event.
IAIA A-i-R: Monique Sol Sonoquie—Brown Bag it with MoCNA
Bring your lunch and join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Monique Sol Sonoquie (Chumash, Apache, Yaqui, Zapotec, Irish) as she discusses her art practice.
IAIA A-i-R: Gray, Sonoquie, and Davids—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Darren Vigil Gray, Monique Sonoquie, and Brent Michael Davids for free dinner in the Balzer Gallery in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm.
IAIA A-i-R: Gray, Davids, and Sonoquie on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Darren Vigil Gray, Brent Michael Davids, and Monique Sonoquie in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA 2019 BFA Exhibition #NoFilter—Opening Reception
#NoFilter: IAIA 2019 BFA Exhibition showcases the diversity of work being created by IAIA seniors trained in studio and cinematic arts. The selected works by these artists are grounded in ideas of personal, political, social, cultural, or historical import—and reflect an earnest exploration of the artists’s chosen media.
2019 IAIA Student Success Summit
IAIA students, faculty, and staff will gather on Thursday, February 14, 2019 for IAIA’s 8th Annual Student Success Summit. This year’s topic is centered around Love and the day includes workshops, presentations, and activities—IAIA loves its students. IAIA is excited to welcome the keynote speaker for the event, Keri Ataumbi (Kiowa) ’96.
IAIA A-i-R: Romero, Sonoquie, Gendron, Davids, and Romero—Open Studios
Visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Cara Romero, Diego Romero, Monique Sonoquie, Brent Michael Davids, and Ric Gendron in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces.
IAIA Creative Writing Reading—Hangry for Love
Please join IAIA Creative Writing faculty and students as they celebrate the month of love with a reading on Saturday, February 9, 2-4 pm in the MoCNA Project Lab. The event is free and open to the public.
Jewelry Workshop: Brian Fleetwood
Join artist Brian Fleetwood (Mvskoke Creek) in a jewelry workshop, in which the artist will discuss his practice and participants will be guided through a creative process. This event is limited to 10 participants with a fee of $25 for materials.
IAIA A-i-R: Romero, Gendron, and Romero on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Cara Romero, Diego Romero, and Ric Gendron in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
Art for a New Understanding: Native Perspectives, 1950s to Now—Curators + Coffee
Please join Curators Dr. Mindy N. Besaw, Candice Hopkins, and Dr. Manuela Well-Off-Man for coffee and a dynamic discussion about MoCNA’s newest exhibition Art for a New Understanding: Native Perspectives, 1950s to Now.
Art for a New Understanding: Native Perspectives, 1950s to Now—Opening Reception
Art for a New Understanding: Native Perspectives, 1950s to Now seeks to expand and reposition art in the U.S. and Canada since 1950. It is the first exhibition to chart the development of contemporary Indigenous art from the United States and Canada.
IAIA A-i-R: Romero, Sonoquie, Gendron, and Romero—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Cara Romero, Monique Sol Sonoquie, Ric Gendron, and Diego Romero for free dinner in the Balzer Gallery in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Jennifer Foerster, Sherwin Bitsui, and Pam Houston
Readers include Jennifer Foerster, Sherwin Bitsui, and Pam Houston. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—James Thomas Stevens, Brandon Hobson, and IndigieFemme
Readers include James Thomas Stevens, Brandon Hobson, and IndigieFemme. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Jamie Figueroa, Ken White, and Cedar Sigo
Readers include Jamie Figueroa, Ken White, and Cedar Sigo. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Chip Livingston, Kim Blaeser, and Geoff Harris
Readers include Chip Livingston, Kim Blaeser, and Geoff Harris. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Marie-Helene Bertino and Toni Jensen
Readers include Marie-Helene Bertino and Toni Jensen. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Darlene Naponse and Joan Kane
Readers include Darlene Naponse and Joan Kane. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Santee Frazier and Faith Adiele
Readers include Santee Frazier and Faith Adiele. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Winter Readers Gathering—Tommy Orange and Luci Tapahonso
Readers include Tommy Orange and Luci Tapahonso. The Readers Gathering takes place in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Building. Free and open to the public.
Tonalpohualli: Count of Days—Talk and Pop-up
The Tonalpohualli: Count of Days exhibition in the Museum Store at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) runs through January 31, 2019 with an artist talk on December 16 at 2 pm, followed by a Pop-up show until 5 pm.
2018 IAIA Holiday Art Market
Our Annual IAIA Holiday Art Market grows every year with the support of artists and art-enthusiasts alike. The mix of students, alumni, and other artists have made this market truly unique with their original works.
Darren Vigil Gray—Artist Talk and Performance
Join MoCNA exhibition artist Darren Vigil Gray (Jicarilla Apache/Kiowa Apache) for a special holiday event. Gray will discuss his art practice and perform with his band the Righteous Renegades, an experimental jam band, as they bring in the holidays with a bang—Don’t miss the fun!
2018 Museum Store Holiday Sale
Holiday shopping all weekend long at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) Store, which is offering discounts on the finest Native and Indigenous art. Museum members receive 20% off and non-members receive 10% off store purchases. Complimentary gift-wrapping, refreshments, and more—don’t miss this annual shopping event!
The Mystical Arts of Tibet
The Monks of Deprung Loseling Monastery will construct a Green Tara mandala sand painting by pouring millions of grains of colored sand over a period of nine days.
IAIA A-i-R: Sainz, Wall, Naataanii, Johnson—Open Studios
Last chance this year to visit with IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Melanie Sainz, Adrian Wall, TahNibaa Naataanii, and Kenneth Johnson in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces. Free and open to the public.
Nizhónígo Anílééh (Make it Beautiful)—Autumn Harvest Arrangement Workshop
Fall is here and the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) has partnered with well-known Indigenous floral designer Shawna Shandiin Sunrise for a seasonal workshop. The workshop is limited to 10 participants with a fee of $25 for materials.
MoCNA/Skype™ with Artist Holly Wilson
Join MoCNA and artist Holly Wilson (Delaware Tribe of Western Oklahoma/Cherokee) currently featured in the MoCNA exhibition, Holly Wilson: On Turtle’s Back. This discussion will happen via Skype™.
IAIA 2018 Fall Senior Graduating Exhibition—Opening Reception
In November, eleven seniors from the Studio Arts and Museum Studies programs will present their senior projects in the IAIA 2018 Fall Senior Graduating Exhibition.
IAIA A-i-R: Sainz, Wall, Naataanii, Johnson—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Melanie Sainz, Adrian Wall, TahNibaa Naataanii, and Kenneth Johnson in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00 pm–7:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces. Free and open to the public.
Tonalpohualli: Count of Days—Opening Reception
Tonalpohualli: Count of Days, by IAIA Alumna and former Adjunct Professor Moira Garcia, opens on November 11, 2018 in the Lloyd Kiva New Gallery at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) Store.
IAIA Annual Open House
IAIA is holding its annual Open House on Thursday, November 8, 2018 from 2:00 pm—6:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public. Light food and refreshments will be provided by Bon Appétit Café.
IAIA A-i-R: Wall, Naataanii, Johnson, Redeye, and Little—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Adrian Wall, TahNibaa Naataanii, Luanne Redeye, Kenneth Johnson, and Monty Little in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces. Free and open to the public.
IAIA Continuing Ed: Deaf Awareness in Native Communities
Free course—earn CEUs. Terry Vinson (Comanche) and James Wooden Legs (Cheyenne) will lead a three-hour exploration in Deaf Awareness in Native communities including introductory information on Plains Indian Sign Language (PISL), American Sign Language (ASL), and Deaf Culture.
IAIA A-i-R: Marcus, Dorame, Little, and Redeye—Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Robert “Spooner” Marcus, Katie Dorame, Monty Little, and Luanne Redeye in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 3:00 pm–5:00 pm for tours of the artists’ studio spaces. Free and open to the public.
IAIA A-i-R: Dorame and Little on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Katie Dorame and Monty Little in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Marcus, Dorame, Little, and Redeye—Dinner and Open Studios
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Robert “Spooner” Marcus, Katie Dorame, Monty Little, and Luanne Redeye for dinner in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm. Free and open to the public.
IAIA A-i-R: Lillian Pitt—Brown Bag It at MoCNA
Bring your lunch and join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Lillian Pitt (Warm Springs Wasco/Yakama) as she discusses her art practice. Pitt is known internationally for her masks of clay, bronze, and cast glass, along with her sculpture, jewelry, and prints—which honor her ancestors from the Columbia River Gorge.
IAIA A-i-R: Bobby Wilson Mural and Pop-Up Celebration
IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) Bobby Wilson (Sisseton-Wahpeton Dakota) is nearing completion of the mural on the East side of the Academic Building. We think it will be done Sunday afternoon and we’ll have a pop-up celebration with free “travel food,” in keeping with the mural’s theme.
IAIA A-i-R: Marcus, Wilson, Redeye, Thompson, and Pitt—Open Studio
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Robert “Spooner” Marcus (Ohkay Owingeh), Luanne Redeye (Seneca), Catherine “Maggie” Thompson (Fond du Lac Ojibwe), Bobby Wilson (Sisseton-Wahpeton Dakota), and Lillian Pitt (Wasco/Warm Springs/Yakama) for open studios.
2018 Fall Scholarship Awards Night
IAIA Students, Staff, and Faculty—Please join us for a special recognition reception to celebrate our students' success! The IAIA Café will be open from 5–6 pm before the event, light refreshments will be served at the reception, and after the event, an all IAIA Community dance will be hosted by Student Life in the Performing Arts and Fitness Center Gym.
IAIA A-i-R: Bobby Wilson, Catherine Thompson, and Luanne Redeye on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Bobby Wilson, Catherine Thompson, and Luanne Redeye in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Robert Marcus, Bobby Wilson, Catherine Thompson, and Luanne Redeye—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Robert Marcus, Bobby Wilson, Catherine Thompson, and Luanne Redeye for dinner in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm.
IAIA A-i-R: Janet Rogers and Robert Marcus on KSFR
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Janet Rogers and Robert Marcus in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
IAIA A-i-R: Janet Rogers and Robert Marcus—Dinner and Studio Tours
Join IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists Janet Rogers and Robert Marcus for dinner in the Academic Building on the IAIA campus from 5:00-5:45 pm, followed by tours of the artists’ studio spaces from 5:45-7:00 pm.
The Sea of Grass—Book Reading and Dialogue
Located in the Allan Houser Art Park. Join Pawnee Tribe of Oklahoma citizens, author Walter Echo-Hawk and Kevin Gover, Director of the National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution, in a lively discussion on historical fiction novel The Sea of Grass: A Family Tale from the American Heartland.
Contemporary Indigenous Discourse Series: Resilience and Rights—Panel
Located in the Allan Houser Art Park. Contemporary Indigenous Discourse Series in Partnership with the Association of Tribal Archives, Libraries, and Museums (ATALM) + Creative Santa Fe—Native Arts and Policy: Resilience and Rights recognizes the increasing importance and relevance of the cultural community and art within a national and international platform. An introductory poem will be read by Navajo Nation Poet laureate Luci Tapahonso.
N. Scott Momaday and the Sense of the Sacred: A Native Poet and Artist, a Universal Voice—Book Reading + Discussion
Located in the Allan Houser Art Park. Please join author N. Scott Momaday (Kiowa) and W. Richard West (Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma), President and CEO, Autry Museum of the American West, Dr. Joëlle Rostkowski, and Jill Momaday (Kiowa) in a dynamic discussion about N. Scott Momaday and the Sense of the Sacred-A Native Poet and Artist, a Universal Voice written by Dr. Joëlle Rostkowski.
Gallery Sessions with Artists Terrol Dew Johnson, Holly Wilson, Darren Vigil Gray, and Ian Kuali’i
Located in the Anne and Loren Kieve Gallery and Allan Houser Art Park. Artists Terrol Dew Johnson (Tohono O’odham), Holly Wilson (Delaware Tribe of Western Oklahoma/Cherokee), Darren Vigil Gray (Jicarilla Apache/Kiowa Apache) and Ian Kuali’i (Native Hawaiian/Mescalero Apache) will discuss current exhibitions and participate in a panel discussion on their respective art practices with introductions by MoCNA Chief Curator Manuela Well-Off-Man.
Santa Fe’s Public Radio KSFR 101.1 FM—Live Broadcast
Located in the South Courtyard. Santa Fe Public Radio KSFR 101.1 FM will have a live radio feed at the Museum. Featuring giveaways and live radio all day. Radio personality Tara Gatewood (Isleta Pueblo) of Indigenous Foundation will be live from the booth from 2–5 pm.
CineDoom: Narratives of Native Film and Beyond—Film Screening
Located in the Helen Hardin Media Gallery. MoCNA is pleased to present six innovative films made by Southwestern based American directors and their teams of writers, producers, editors, and actors in the Helen Hardin Media Gallery. Run Time is 55:30 minutes
IAIA Alumni Luncheon at Indian Market
This year’s IAIA Alumni luncheon during Indian Market will take place on Friday, August 17, 2018 at 12 pm at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) in downtown Santa Fe.
CineDoom: Narratives of Native Film and Beyond—Panel
Located in the Allan Houser Art Park. MoCNA is pleased to present six innovative films made by Southwestern based American directors and their teams of writers, producers, editors, and actors in the Helen Hardin Media Gallery.
Terran Last Gun—Artist Talk
Please join us as Terran Last Gun (Piikani) discusses his art practice and current solo exhibition at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) Store in the Lloyd Kiva New Gallery, on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 4–5 pm.
Indian Market at the Museum Store
During the 2018 SWAIA Indian Market, please visit the Museum Store for its own special events. Here’s a listing of events from Thursday, August 16–Sunday, August 19, 2018. All events are free and open to the public.
2018 Summer Exhibitions—Opening Reception
Located in the Allan Houser Art Park. Three new exhibitions will open on the first floor including Meeting the Clouds Halfway: Terrol Dew Johnson and Aranda\Lasch, Expanding Horizons: Darren Vigil Gray, and Holly Wilson: On Turtle’s Back. Featuring DJ Celeste Worl (Tlingit) during the opening reception.
Indian Market at MoCNA (All Happenings)
During the 2018 SWAIA Indian Market please visit IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) for its own special events. Here’s a listing of events from Thursday, August 16–Sunday, August 19, 2018. All events are free and open to the public.
2018 IAIA Scholarship Dinner and Auction
IAIA continues its tradition to celebrate student imagination and achievement in the arts as we look toward hosting our most important fundraiser. Surrounded by superb Native art open to your bidding, you are invited to enjoy the rooftop reception and mingle with IAIA alumni, students, and faculty.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Foerster, Graham Jones, White
Free and open to the public. Readers include Jennifer Elise Foerster, Stephen Graham Jones, and Ken White.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Dimaline, Stevens
Free and open to the public. Readers include Cherie Dimaline and James Thomas Stevens.
IAIA A-i-R: Janet Rogers—Book Launch and Reading
MoCNA will host a book launch and public reading of the spring edition of Yellow Medicine Review: A Journal of Indigenous Literature, Art and Thought. IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Janet Rogers (Mohawk/Tuscarora) is the guest editor of the Yellow Medicine Review and she will do a public reading.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Freeland
Free and open to the public. Reader includes Sydney Freeland.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Kahakauwila, Bitsui, Geller
Free and open to the public. Readers include Kristiana Kahakauwila, Sherwin Bitsui, and Danielle Geller.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Bertino, Blaeser, Ausubel
Free and open to the public. Readers include Marie-Helene Bertino, Kimberly Blaeser, and Ramona Ausubel.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Prcic, Frazier, Jensen
Free and open to the public. Readers include Ismet Prcic, Santee Frazier, and Toni Jensen.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Livingston, Robidoux, Houston
Free and open to the public. Readers include Chip Livingston, Barbara Robidoux, and Pam Houston.
IAIA Readers Gathering—Palacio and Harjo
Free and open to the public. Readers include Derek Palacio and Joy Harjo.
IAIA A-i-R: Janet Rogers on “Through Our Eyes” KSFR Radio Show
Tune into KSFR 101.1 FM to hear current IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artist Janet Rogers and Mara Bouvier (General Manager of Sunrise Springs Spa Resort) in a conversation with IAIA Director of Marketing and Communications Eric Davis on “Through Our Eyes.”
5th Annual Family Day—Celebrate your Family at MoCNA
The IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) welcomes families and children of all ages to participate in unique artist-designed and hands-on art-making activities that highlight contemporary Native arts. Programs during the event are geared towards K–5.
The Time is Now—IAIA Exhibition at Shidoni Gallery
The IAIA exhibition The Time is Now is a glimpse into the IAIA Studio Arts Program and the work being created by the diverse and talented students.
2018 IAIA Commencement Ceremony
Layli Long Soldier (Oglala Lakota Nation) ’09 has been selected to give IAIA’s commencement address at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 12, 2018, and in addition to the distinguished speaker, IAIA will award an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities degree to noted artist and IAIA Alumnus George Rivera (Pojoaque Pueblo) AFA ’84 as part of the Commencement Ceremony.
IAIA Low Residency MFA in Creative Writing Readings
Readers include Kate O’Neill, Rowena Alegria, Anna Osceola, Arielle Robbins, Brendan Basham, and Rose Simpson.
IAIA Low Residency MFA in Creative Writing Readings
Readers include Arianne True, Allison Deegan, Boderra Joe, Marlena Gates, Trevino Brings Plenty, and Erin Singer.
Recent News
NBCU Academy Scholarship
IAIA has been selected by NBC Universal News Group to be a part of the initial cohort of institutions to participate in the launch of NBCU Academy.
MoCNA’s Reopening Plan
MoCNA is reopening to the public at a limited capacity as per the Governor’s approval.
George R.R. Martin Literary Foundation Scholarships
The George R.R. Martin Literary Foundation Scholarships were established by Santa Fe resident and novelist George R.R. Martin.
Memorial for Jeff Kahm
A memorial will be held for IAIA Assistant Professor Jeff Kahm (Plains Cree) on Wednesday, March 31, at 11 am (MDT). The event will be live streamed. Jeff Kahm passed away on Friday, March 26.
Spring 2021 MoCNA Social Engagement Art Residents Announced
MoCNA announces its 2020 Social Engagement Arts Residents Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) and Mercedes Dorame (Tongva).
IAIA Alumni Council Journal, March 2021
IAIA Alumni Council’s first entry in its ongoing Journal series.
IAIA 2021–2022 Undergraduate Scholarship Application
The IAIA 2021–2022 Undergraduate Scholarship Application is now available.
The 4 Directions Projections
Join us for the Webinar Series “The 4 Directions Projections.”
IAIA’s Spring 2021 Reopening Plan
IAIA’s Spring Semester 2021 Reopening Plan is based on the latest medical and scientific guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New Mexico Department of Health.
Innastate Band Video Filmed at MoCNA
Watch “Seeds,” the newest music video by local Indigenous reggae band, Innastate, filmed at MoCNA.
IAIA Receives Five Million Dollar Donation
IAIA is excited to announce that MacKenzie Scott made an unrestricted donation of five million dollars.
Official Launch: MoCNA Mobile App
Experience the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) from your smartphone with a new Apple App.
Earn an MFA in Studio Arts
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approved the IAIA’s application to launch an MFA Program in Studio Arts.
IAIA 2021 Spring Undergraduate Scholarship Application
The IAIA 2021 Spring Undergraduate Scholarship Application is now available.
Message from Dr. Martin Relating to COVID-19
A message from IAIA President Dr. Robert Martin (Cherokee Nation) in reference to COVID-19.
Veterans Day—Honoring IAIA Community Members
Expressing gratitude to all veterans, and especially to the members of the IAIA community for their service.
Spring 2021 Pre-Registration Advising
Spring 2021 Pre-Registration advising will be conducted remotely beginning the week of November 13.
2020 MoCNA Social Engagement Art Residents‘ Virtual Studios
Luzene Hill and Mercedes Dorame will be participating in a one-month virtual residency in which they will share their social engagement work online.
MoCNA Virtual Museum
The MoCNA Virtual Museum is now live. This VR space is a virtual replica of our physical museum located in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Vote on Bond B
The November 2020 Election will be crucial for academic libraries across the state of New Mexico.
Academic Dean Charlene Teters Retires
IAIA congratulates Academic Dean, IAIA alumna, noted artist, educator, and activist Charlene Teters (Spokane) ’86 as she embarks on the next phase of her legendary career—retirement!
MoCNA Named a “Cultural Treasure in America” by Ford Foundation
MoCNA Named a “Cultural Treasure in America” by Ford Foundation The IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) is one of twenty organizations that have been identified as “America’s Cultural Treasures.” Funded by sixteen major donors and...
Fall 2020 MoCNA Social Engagement Art Residents Announced
MoCNA announces its 2020 Social Engagement Arts Residents Luzene Hill (Eastern Band Cherokee) and Mercedes Dorame (Tongva).
2020 Census
Time to complete the 2020 Census is running out. The census is a simple count of everyone in the United States, regardless of age, immigration status, or any other factor.
2020–2023 Alumni Council Election Results
The Alumni Council Election results are in.
IAIA MFA Quarterly, Volume VI, August 2020
As we head into the eighth year of the IAIA MFA in Creative Writing program, we are happy to share some recent news from our current students, alumni, and mentors.
3D Stereoscopic Photography
3D stereoscopic photographs that will transport you, virtually, into an exhibition space, a campus view, portraiture—essentially as if you were there.
MoCNA Stands in Solidarity
A message from MoCNA Director Patsy Phillips (Cherokee) about standing in solidarity.
Statement from Dr. Martin about Black Lives Matter
A statement from Dr. Martin about Black Lives Matter.
2020 IAIA Alumni Council Nominations
Beginning June 1, 2020, the IAIA Alumni Council will be accepting Alumni Council nominations.
Letter from MoCNA Director
A message from IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts’ (MoCNA) Director Patsy Phillips (Cherokee).
10% Decrease in Tuition for the 2020–2021 Academic Year
IAIA is implementing a 10% decrease in tuition for the 2020–2021 academic year.
IAIA’s MFA in Creative Writing in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
A message from IAIA’s MFA in Creative Writing in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
IAIA 2020–2021 Undergraduate Scholarship Application
The IAIA 2020–2021 Undergraduate Scholarship Application is now available.
VR Experience: Resistance Through Existence
(MoCNA) is going virtual—again—and we want to invite you to take a virtual tour of the, Resistance Through Existence exhibition.
George R.R. Martin Literary Foundation Scholarships
The George R.R. Martin Literary Foundation Scholarships were established by Santa Fe resident and novelist George R.R. Martin.
#IAIATogetherApart Website for IAIA Community
The #IAIATogetherApart website was created to give voice to the IAIA Community—a voice to help cope with the 2020 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and its effects on the community.
VR Experience: Indigenous Futurisms
MoCNA is going virtual and we want to invite you to take a virtual tour of our most current exhibition, Indigenous Futurisms: Transcending Past/Present/Future.
Message from MoCNA about COVID-19
A message from IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts’ (MoCNA) Director Patsy Phillips (Cherokee) regarding COVID-19.
2020 Alumni Council Election
The Alumni Council will hold elections in January for three open seats. The Alumni Council is the principal representative of IAIA alumni and the primary forum for the exchange of alumni sentiment.
2020 IAIA MusicFest Survey
We’re conducting a survey about MusicFest—from the time of year the event is held, the performances, and how the community feels about continuing MusicFest. Won’t you assist us by providing valuable feedback and submit an anonymous survey?
MoCNA Spring 2020 Exhibitions—Opening Reception
Join us on Thursday, February 13, from 4–7 pm for the MoCNA’s Spring 2020 Exhibitions opening and reception. Exhibitions include G. Peter Jemison: Iroquois Creation Story, Indigenous Futurisms: Transcending Past/Present/Future, and Charlene Teters: Way of Sorrows.
IAIA MFA Quarterly, Volume V, January 2020
This fifth issue of the IAIA MFA Quarterly, to be published four times a year, highlights the publications and writing-related news from our MFA community. Read more to find out how the IAIA MFA students and alumni are transforming the literary landscape.
IAIA 2019–2020 Undergraduate Scholarship App (Incoming Spring Students Only)
IAIA was established in 1962 as a high school with an innovated approach to arts education. In 1984, IAIA gained accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to offer college degrees.
2020 IAIA Winter Reading Series
The 2020 Winter IAIA MFAC Winter Reading Series brings together a diverse range of voices working in the literary arts. The 2020 Winter Reading Series happens January 4–11, 2020. Readings will take place each night beginning at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium. All readings are free and open to the public.
Important Announcement about the Alumni Council Election
The Alumni Council will be issuing details in the coming weeks on new elections to be held in January.
2019 IAIA Website Survey
We’re conducting a survey about the website—its functionality, ability to find pertinent information, and its ease of use, whether it be in its navigational components or how it performs and looks on mobile or desktops systems. Won’t you assist us by providing valuable feedback and submit an anonymous survey?
IAIA MFA Quarterly, Volume IV, July 2019
This fourth issue of the IAIA MFA Quarterly, to be published four times a year, highlights the publications and writing-related news from our MFA community. Read more to find out how the IAIA MFA students and alumni are transforming the literary landscape.
IAIA Summer Readers Gathering
The Institute of American Indian Arts’ (IAIA) Low Residency MFA in Creative Writing program presents the 2019 Summer Readers Gathering—July 20–27, 2019. Readings will take place each night beginning at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium in the Library and Technology Center (LTC) on the IAIA campus. All readings are free and open to the public.
2019 MoCNA Social Engagement Art Residents Announced
MoCNA announces its 2019 next round of Social Engagement Arts Residents—Da-Ka-Xeen Mehner and Marie Watt.