North by Northeast
Baskets and Beadwork from the Akwesasne Mohawk and Tuscarora

First Floor, Nott Memorial
September 25, 2009 - October 24, 2009

This exhibition hosts selections of woven wooden baskets and beadwork made by members of Native American tribes in New York state. These selections were chosen from a larger traveling exhibition curated by Kathleen Mundell that included work from tribes across the Northeast, from New York to Maine. Basket making offers a window into the traditional arts of Native American communities. Many Native artists have concerns about the future of this tradition: from the lack of apprenticeship, dwindling supplies, and limited markets. North by Northeast was arranged to showcase these vibrant creations and bring the perspectives of Native American community members to a larger audience.