Merciless: Indigenous Lands Since 1776

The Weisman Art Museum presents the opening festival for 'Merciless': Indigenous Lands Since 1776, an exhibition that examines the enduring relationship between the original peoples and the Mississippi River in Bde Ota Othúŋwe (Minneapolis). Featuring new indoor and outdoor installation works by Marlena Myles, Missy Whiteman, and Natchez Beaulieu, the project foregrounds Indigenous histories through immersive forms, including an augmented reality installation, a virtual reality experience, and a mosaic seating structure overlooking the river.

The festival extends the exhibition into a communal gathering with a Native vendor fair, live music by Keith Secola + Friends, food trucks, and artist demonstrations. Visitors can participate in collaborative beading and quillwork sessions or join exhibition tours led by the artists and curator Dr. Kendra Greendeer. The event is free and open to the public, celebrating Indigenous resistance and the continuing presence of Native communities in the region.

'Merciless' is organized by the Weisman Art Museum and curated by Kendra Greendeer, Ihlenfeld Curator of Collaborative and Community Exhibitions.

Gallery Hours:
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday - Tuesday: Closed

Weisman Art Museum
333 E River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55455