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An Afternoon Talk at the Speed: Mughal Art
April 25, 1 pm
Did you know that the beautiful art of the Mughal empire has a connection to Genghis Khan, the Mongol ruler of parts of China and Central Asia? During this afternoon talk at the Speed Art Museum, Gray Henry Blakemore, Director of Fons Vitae Publishing and Distribution and recent traveler to Mongolia, will dive into the fascinating history of the Mughal empire, the people, the lineage, and the art. Please join us after the lecture for light refreshments.
April Community Day - Lecture
April 28, 12 PM
A public conversation with Dr. Meranda Roberts (Paiute) who will discuss her collaboration with the Curator of the Native American Collection, Dr. fari nzinga, and Curatorial Intern, Sirene Martin on the reinstallation of the Native American Art Galleries.
Artist Talk with Chris Pappan
June 6, 6 pm
Join us for an Artist Talk with Chicago-based contemporary Native American artist, Chris Pappan. Pappan’s Thoughts and Prayers (2023) is one of the first works of contemporary Native American art to enter the permanent collection in many years. Hear about his inspiration, creative process, and studio practice.