The Museum at Warm Springs has announced the awards for the “31st Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit.” This popular annual juried exhibit displays the immense talent and artistic excellence of Warm Springs adult and youth Tribal members. The exhibit will be on view through Saturday, February 8, 2025.
The exhibit is curated by Warm Springs Museum Curator and Exhibition Coordinator Angela Anne Smith (Warm Springs, Yakama, Nez Perce and Diné). This year’s judge is Coralee Popp, board member and director of Art Adventure Gallery in Madras, and member of The Museum at Warm Springs Board of Regents. Selected artworks are available for sale with a 20% commission going toward The Museum.
Judge’s Choice Awards
Traditional Category:
Artist: Marjorie Kalama Ishkepin
Title: “Elk Season”
Medium: Leggings made of glass beads on commercial buckskin with family pattern
(Not for sale)
Contemporary Category:
Artist: BK Courtney
Title: “Honoring the Brilliance of Wasco Weaving Design”
Medium: Fiber Art Quilt (88” x 96”)
(Not for sale)
Honorable Mentions
Artist: Sandra Danzuka Na-tum-ti-uct
Title: ”N8V Night Out”
Medium: Beaded set includes hat, earrings and necklace
(For sale: $575)
Artist: Travis R. Bobb
Title: “Muppet Pow Wow ”
Medium: Oil, airbrush on gesso board
(Not for sale)
Artist: Natalie Kirk
Title: “Legend – The Hide and Seek Master”
Medium: Jute twine, cotton yarn, wool yarn, polyester blend yarn, smoked elk hide, glass beads, cut glass size 13 beads. 10.75” (height), 27.50” (circumference)
(For sale: $4,500)
Artist: Natalie Kirk
Title: “Tsagaglalal’s Appearance”
Medium: Jute twine and cotton lily yarn. 10” (height), 23.25” (circumference)
(For sale: $2,600)
Artist: Natalie Kirk
Title: “Homage to My Ancestors” – Sturgeon and Condors Wapas
Medium: Jute twine and cotton lily yarn. 5.5” (height), 13.5” (circumference)
(For sale: $500)
Artist: Natalie Kirk
Title: “Alašík ~ Turtle”
Medium: Jute twine, cotton lily yarn, abalone heart. 1.5” (height) 18.5” (circumference), 7.5” (length)
(For sale: $250)
Upcoming Museum Closures
Thursday, Nov. 28 — Thanksgiving
Friday, Nov. 29 — Warm Springs Tribal Holiday
Tuesday, Dec. 24 — Christmas Eve
Wednesday, Dec. 25 — Christmas Day
Tuesday, Dec. 31 — New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 — New Year’s Day
Become a Museum Member
There are several levels of annual Museum Membership, which begin at $25 for elders and students. All Members receive these benefits: free admission for one year, 10% discount in the Museum Gift Shop and special invitations to exhibits and programs. Members have access to the Oregon Historical Society Reciprocal Membership Program and free admission to a different Oregon museum each month. Join by visiting https://museumatwarmsprings.org/ and click “Join” to see Membership levels and online payment information. Or send a check to: The Museum at Warm Springs, P.O. Box 909, Warm Springs, OR 97761 (Attn: Membership).
About The Museum at Warm Springs
The Museum at Warm Springs opened its doors to the public on March 14, 1993 and celebrated its 30thanniversary in 2023. Built to Smithsonian Institution professional standards, The Museum’s mission is to preserve, advance and share the traditions, cultural and artistic heritage of The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Oregon. Regular Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission: Museum Members (free), Adults ($7), Senior Citizens over 60 ($6), Students 13-18 with student body card ($4.50), Children 5-12 ($3.50) and Children 4 and younger (free). The Museum is located at 2189 Highway 26 in Warm Springs. Phone: (541) 553-3331. For more information, visit https://www.museumatwarmsprings.org/.