About the Exhibition
Focusing on four key California stories—Salmon, Fire, Desert, and Plants—Human Nature reveals how traditional ecological knowledge can help current residents understand and care for the environment. Vividly illustrated with Native American objects and contemporary artworks, photography, soundscapes, and multimedia displays, the exhibition investigates the ways in which culture and ecology merge in the California landscape.
Highlights (Click image for details)
Judith A. Lowry (Maidu/Hamowi Pit River), Dao-Lulelek, 2012. Acrylic on canvas. Loan courtesy of the artist.
Rick Bartow (Wiyot), Bear & Salmon Conversation, 2007. Wood, metal, graphite. Museum purchase, Autry Museum.
Rick Bartow (Wiyot), Autumnal Metaphor 4, 2014. Watercolor on paper. Donation of Charles Froelick/Bartow Estate. Autry Museum.
Presented as part of the Autry’s California Continued project.
California Continued Sponsors
Another Project to Improve California Museums funded by the 2006 Clean Water Bond Act • California Continued is made possible through the generous support of Cindy and Alan Horn • Human Nature is presented by Bank of America • Support for Human Nature is provided by Marian and Ted Craver/Edison International • Support for The Life and Work of Mabel McKay is provided by the Paloheimo Foundation and Seven Post Investment Office.
CREATIVE PARTNER
