In Conversation with heather ahtone of First Americans Museum (FAM)

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In Conversation with heather ahtone of First Americans Museum (FAM)

Season 2 Episode 15: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with heather ahtone

In this episode, we’re joined by heather ahtone, Director of Curatorial Affairs at First Americans Museum (FAM)!

heather ahtone is a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation and a proud descendant of strong Choctaw women who, together with FAM’s all-Indigenous team, developed the inaugural exhibitions for the 175,000 sq. ft. facility addressing the histories, cultures, and arts of the 39 Tribes in Oklahoma. She has worked in the Native arts community since 1993 and is recognized as a leading curator, arts writer, and researcher. Here, heather talks about the Anthem Award-winning OKLA HOMMA exhibition, the importance of indigenizing museums, and more!

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