Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum in the Midwest offering Native American and Western art
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As Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month comes to a close, we must be mindful of a critical truth: thi...
05/31/2026

As Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Awareness Month comes to a close, we must be mindful of a critical truth: this crisis does not follow a calendar.

The fight for justice, visibility, and systemic change continues every single day of the year. Indigenous families face this reality every morning—not just when a calendar month dictates public attention.

We honor the stolen lives and stand with the families today, tomorrow, and always. Awareness is the first step; sustained action is the goal.

The application deadline for the 2027 Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship has been extended! Since 1999, the Eiteljorg...
05/30/2026

The application deadline for the 2027 Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship has been extended! Since 1999, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian and Western Art has recognized and celebrated the field of contemporary Native art through its introduction of the Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship. The Eiteljorg and the Fellowship have played a unique and critical role in increasing national and international awareness and appreciation for contemporary Native Art.

Through generous support of the Lilly Endowment Inc., the museum biennially awards five Fellows an unrestricted cash award of $50,000 U.S. dollars, purchases art from each Fellow to add to the museum’s permanent collection, and features the Fellows in a catalog and group exhibition. These selected artists are multi-disciplinary in nature, encompassing various mediums: drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, mixed media, installation, performance, digital art, and video. Selected Fellows will also have their works featured in a group exhibition at the Eiteljorg Museum.

Apply here: https://contemporaryartfellowship.eiteljorg.org/future-Fellowships/future-Fellowship-application/. Application closes June 5, 2026.

05/30/2026

Today we celebrated the opening of Consejo Grafico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States.

The exhibition highlights a group of independent printmaking workshops/talleres with a mission to “advance the capacity and legacy of Latino printmakers (inclusive of all Americas) in the United States.”

For the next year, visit the Eiteljorg Museum to see stunning prints from two portfolios, Los Americans: Same = Different and La Huella Magistral: Homage to Master Printmakers.

✨Indian Market & Festival Artist Highlight: David MartinWhat was your initial reaction when you found out your work was ...
05/29/2026

✨Indian Market & Festival Artist Highlight: David Martin

What was your initial reaction when you found out your work was selected as the signature image for this year’s Indian Market & Festival?
"I was a bit in shock. I found out while attending the pow wow at IU Bloomington. I was one of the invited dancers and my family drum was set up singing. It for sure gave me extra joy while singing and dancing. I have only been working native art markets since 2023, and I feel completely blessed for the recognition. The Eiteljorg is only a few hours from my home in South Bend, IN, so I have the most connection to the Eiteljorg market than what I do with other markets."

Can you tell us about the story or inspiration behind this specific piece?
The image itself is a representation of "Turtle Island". The turtle itself represents North America and the florals on the shell are contemporary interpretations of Potawatomi floral patterns. Potawatomi florals are usually more abstract than other woodland tribes and sometimes do not actually represent an actual plant or flower. The image is more about showing the Potawatomi origin of construction than telling a deeper story. In my short period of time in doing Native art markets I have found there is a severe shortage of woodland style art. I do not think this is on purpose but merely a side effect of the tribes out west being larger and having more artists. None the less there is very little woodland art represented. I wanted to stay true to my Potawatomi roots, expand upon the Potawatomi style and use that to expose the greater world to woodland style art.

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David Martin (Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, Indiana)
Turtle Drum, 2025
Hand drum on a cedar ring with tattooed elk hide
Image courtesy of the artist

Starting this week, we’re extending our Friday hours until 7 p.m. all summer long through Labor Day!Whether you're looki...
05/27/2026

Starting this week, we’re extending our Friday hours until 7 p.m. all summer long through Labor Day!

Whether you're looking for a post-work culture fix, a peaceful solo evening, or a unique date night spot, we’re giving you more time to connect with incredible art and stories.

Get your tickets now: https://eiteljorg.org/visit/tickets-discounts/.

Experience the opening of "Consejo Grafico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States" this Saturday, May 30 wit...
05/27/2026

Experience the opening of "Consejo Grafico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States" this Saturday, May 30 with a talk and guided tour with Executive Director of the Consejo Grafico Nacional Coalition, Sandra Fernandez, at 11 a.m.

Participate in printmaking activities with artist Andie Arana Gomez from 1-3 p.m. in the museum's studio.

This event is included with regular museum admission. Free parking in the White River State Park Parking Garage with validation.

Are you a small creator located in Indiana (or within driving distance) looking for opportunities to grow your page and ...
05/26/2026

Are you a small creator located in Indiana (or within driving distance) looking for opportunities to grow your page and build your professional portfolio? Then you are in the right place!

The Eiteljorg Museum is looking for passionate creators to cover our upcoming Indian Market & Festival—one of the top Native American art festivals in the country and one of the biggest cultural events in downtown Indianapolis each summer.

What’s in it for you?
- Walk away with high-quality, vibrant footage of incredible art, unique cultural experiences, and amazing food.
- Tap into a massive local audience and get your work in front of new eyes.
- Whether your platform focuses on art, lifestyle, food, travel, family fun, or one-of-a-kind local experiences, this festival offers a rich variety of storytelling angles.

Think you’re a good fit? Click here to learn more and apply: https://eiteljorg.org/indian-market-and-festival/2026-indian-market-festival-content-creator-callout/. Application closes June 5 at 11:59 p.m.

Make plans now to see the Eiteljorg’s new exhibition, “Consejo Gráfico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States...
05/25/2026

Make plans now to see the Eiteljorg’s new exhibition, “Consejo Gráfico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States,” opening Saturday May 30. Created by artists from across the Americas through an independent coalition of printmaking workshops, these intriguing prints are brought together into a bold museum experience.
At 11 a.m. May 30, attend a guided tour of the new exhibition led by Sandra Fernandez, executive director of the Consejo Gráfico Nacional coalition; Andie Arana Gomez, curatorial advisor on the project; and Laura Fry, museum vice president of curatorial & collections.
From 1 to 3 p.m. May 30, visitors of all ages can experiment with printmaking activities in the museum’s studios, and learn about linocut and Gelli-plate printing from artist Andie Arana Gomez.
Programs and the exhibit are included with museum admission. “Consejo Gráfico Nacional” will be on view for one year. We hope to see you soon!

Image caption:
Kiara Aileen Machado
“More Than (Mas que)”, 2022
Screenprint
22 x 15 inches
Self Help Graphics & Arts

Silence is not neutral. When 95% of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples cases go unreported by mainstream news outle...
05/21/2026

Silence is not neutral. When 95% of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples cases go unreported by mainstream news outlets, that silence actively hinders justice.

Public narrative shapes public action. Media coverage influences how cases are investigated, how resources are allocated, and how the public responds. The staggering lack of media on the MMIP crisis highlights a deep-seated disparity in whose stories are deemed newsworthy.

Honoring MMIP Awareness Month means challenging this erasure. We must actively seek out, support, and amplify the organizations and families who are doing the vital work of keeping these names alive.

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500 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN
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Friday 10am - 5pm
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Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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