Join Us for an Exciting Presentation on Wisdom from the Future

During this month’s Guild meeting, join us as Heard Museum Collections Coordinator Olivia Barney (Diné) presents “The Development & Significance of Wisdom from the Future.”

Wisdom from the Future pairs personal reflections from twenty-eight of today’s renowned Native artists alongside their artwork from the museum’s collection. As Co-Curator of the exhibition, Barney will provide insight into the development of the exhibition in addition to expressing how impactful the artists’ words are and their potential to influence the museum’s visitors.

This meeting is open to all, whether you’re a Guild member or simply curious.

Featured image: Sǫhahiyǫh/Richard Zane Smith (Wyandot, b. 1955), Jar, 2006. Ceramic, 9 1/2 x 14 in. Bequest of Ann B. Ritt. Heard Museum Collection.

About Olivia Barney

Olivia Barney is a member of the Curatorial department at the Heard Museum. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design, and she began her career at the museum as a part of the Andrew W. Mellon Fellowship prior to her current role. In addition to caring for the collections, she’s curated and co-curated multiple exhibitions at the museum including Blue Bird, Art & Sole, Storyteller: The Photography of Jerry Jacka, and more.

Why Attend?

Even if you aren’t a Guild member yet, this meeting is the perfect opportunity to experience what the Heard Museum Guild is all about! Meet inspiring people, discover how the Guild supports the museum, and explore ways to get involved. For more information about the Guild, click here.