Native Art from Northwest and Alaska Coast (Razia)

This full-color publication showcases exquisite objects crafted by Indigenous artists from the Northwest Coast and Alaska, both for everyday use and ceremonial purposes. Since 1925, the Denver Art Museum has been gathering a diverse collection of historic and contemporary artworks from these regions, with a focus on aesthetic excellence. Released in conjunction with the grand reopening of the museum's permanent galleries dedicated to Northwest Coast and Alaska Native art, this guide delves into the untold stories behind individual pieces, shedding light on the museum's rich history of collaboration with Indigenous artists.

From the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition to recent commissions for artists like Marianne Nicolson and Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, the Denver Art Museum has a longstanding commitment to engaging with and featuring contemporary artists in its collection. In addition to the museum's impressive array of artworks, this publication also highlights contributions from modern artists such as Gwaai Edenshaw (Haida), Sonya Kelliher-Combs (Inupiaq/Athabascan), Jaad Kuujus (Meghann O'Brien; Haida/Kwakwaka'wakw), and Marianne Nicolson (Musgamakw Dzawada'enuxw), providing valuable context for the historical pieces created by their respective cultures.

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