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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates American Indian Culture in New Gallery Exhibition |
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“Creating Tradition: Innovation and Change in American Indian Art” debuts inside The American Adventure pavilion at Epcot |
| LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – American
Indian history and culture come to life in a new art exhibition at
Walt Disney World Resort that debuted July 27. “Creating Tradition:
Innovation and Change in American Indian Art” at Epcot displays the
work of contemporary Native artists alongside artifacts from
centuries past, demonstrating how ancestral craftsmanship influences
modern generations. The exhibition opened at the American Heritage Gallery inside The American Adventure pavilion. The 89 pieces on display represent 40 different American Indian tribes from seven geographic regions across the United States. “At Epcot, guests are invited to celebrate the limitless possibilities of human imagination and innovation.” said Melissa Valiquette, vice president of Epcot. “By showcasing artwork from so many diverse American Indian tribes, ‘Creating Tradition’ is a wonderful way to share a vital part of the United States’ culture with all those who visit The American Adventure.” Highlights from the collection include: |
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| “Creating Tradition” also offers
three interactive video exhibits where contemporary American Indian
artists share perspectives on their work and culture. When guests
wave their hands in front of a display resembling a campfire, the
“flames” transform into a video presentation. Music playing in the
gallery, performed by Native musicians, supports the objects and
regions represented throughout the exhibition. The new art exhibition is produced in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C., and the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Leaders from both cultural institutions were on hand for the gallery opening. “I am delighted to recognize this association with Disney as their leadership shares the vision and creativity of contemporary American Indian artists with international visitors,” said Kevin Gover (Pawnee), director of the National Museum of the American Indian. “We hope Epcot visitors will see the American experience begins with the American Indians who have always been here.” “We are honored to collaborate with Walt Disney Imagineering and the Smithsonian in developing this exhibition,” said Della Warrior (Otoe-Missouria), director of the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. “Hopefully, it will foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the various tribes located in almost every state in this nation, and people seeing these artifacts will be inspired and strive to learn more about American Indians.” |
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