In today’s Strib: History Lesson
Inspired by the 150th anniversary of Minnesota statehood, "States" asserts the primacy of Indians in Minnesota, recalls broken treaties and the bitter hanging of 38 Indians at Mankato in 1862.
A valuable counterpoint to official sesquicentennial celebrations, the show is more educational than confrontational, with flashes of ironic humor and quiet dignity.
The Franklin Area Business Association (FABA) has a blog post titled “States Dates Place” at Ancient Traders Gallery:
The exhibit brings together a group of established and emerging artists whose painting, drawing, photography and digital work present an indigenous perspective in the context of Minnesota’s celebration of 150 years of statehood.
Featured artists include Carolyn Anderson, Andrea Carlson, Gordon Coons, Jim Denomie, Tiffany Eggenberg, Robert Two Bulls, Jonathan Thunder, and Dyani Whitehawk.
and it includes a link to this flyer/poster on the exhibit (PDF):
