Join us for a meaningful day of art, song, and community as we celebrate the public opening of Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation. This special event begins with the official dedication of Jason Quigno’s sculpture Maawandoonan (Bring Them Together) on the DIA's North Lawn.

The day opens with a powerful welcome song by Asiginaak-Negamojig (Blackbird Singers), followed by remarks from museum staff and artist Jason Quigno, who will speak about the inspiration behind his work. The dedication concludes with a special honor song to mark the occasion.

Throughout the afternoon, enjoy hands-on artmaking for all ages—including sculpture workshops with air dry clay, puppet-making in the studio, and drawing in the galleries. These drop-in activities reflect the themes of continuance, creativity, and connection explored in the exhibition.

At 1 p.m., gather in Rivera Court for a performance by Asiginaak-Negamojig, a women’s circle devoted to singing solely in Ojibwe (Anishinaabemowin) to strengthen language and connection through music. Through seasonal songs and reflections of artworks, the group shares Anishinaabe stories of survival, renewal, and relationship with the land. This performance bridges traditional and contemporary voices, connecting song with the visual language of the exhibition.

Sculpture Dedication Ceremony, Noon (North Lawn)

• Welcome Song – Asiginaak-Negamojig
• Remarks by Museum Staff
• Artist Talk – Jason Quigno
• Maanda Giizhigak (Honor Song) – Asiginaak-Negamojig

Drop-in artmaking activities, 12–4 p.m. 

• Air Dry Clay Sculpture (North Lawn)
• Wildlife Puppet Workshop (Art-Making Studio)
• Drawing in the Galleries (Great Hall)

Closing, 1 p.m. (Rivera Court)

• Performance by Asiginaak-Negamojig
• Songs and reflections tied to artworks and seasons
• Remarks by museum staff  

This celebration is free with general admission. All ages are welcome. 

Come witness the continuation of Anishinaabe art and tradition—through sculpture, song, storytelling, and shared experience