Eiteljorg Museum
of American Indians
and Western Art
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500 West Washington Street BECOME PART OF THE SECRET The draw of this exhibition may be the opportunity to learn about the objects, rather than simply to view them Splendid Heritage: Masterpieces of the Masco Collection opens Oct. 24 That world was North America in the 17th century, when Native American cultural groups were spread from coast to coast. A "language" evolved that relied on symbols, colors, materials and designs to communicate information. That language is indecipherable to many - but a visit to a traveling exhibition at the Eiteljorg Museum could enlighten you. Splendid Heritage: Masterpieces of Native American Art from the Masco Collection is an exhibition of true art treasures, drawn from one of the most impressive collections of Native American material in private hands today. |