Healing from Within: Connecting Global Indigenous Wisdom and the Communitas - Opening Reception
Monday, July 1, 2024
5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Drexel University's Pearlstein Gallery is proud to present Healing from Within: Connecting Global Indigenous Wisdom and the Communitas, a transformative multi-media exhibition that aims to bridge the gap between indigenous healing traditions and contemporary society.
Utilizing a rich array of artworks from a diverse group of indigenous artists, this student-led exhibition strives to create a healing space where visitors can engage with the power of imagination and community support in the process of personal and collective healing.
Healing from Within spotlights the intricate layers of trauma, migration, and loss, and illuminates the pathways to transformation, hope, and reconnection. Integral to this journey is the communal support that pairs with indigenous wisdom to generate a sense of renewal and inner healing.
Opening Reception: 5 - 8 PM on July 1, 2024
- 5:00 - 5:30 PM: Doors open with music and food
- 5:30 - 6:00 PM: Land Appreciation Ceremony
- 6:00 - 6:30 PM: Curator Talk & Performance
- 6:30 - 7:15 PM: Artists' Q&A Session
- 7:15 - 8:00 PM: Preview of the Exhibition
Enjoy light snacks, drinks, and the harmonious sounds of local DJ BlckTeeth throughout the evening.
Featured Artists Include:
- Dante Biss-Grayson (Osage)
- Dot Pallanes (Pascua Yaqui, Arizona)
- Gracie Kuppenbender (Métis Nation – Saskatchewan)
- Hanako Purapuran (Puyuma Tribe, Taiwan)
- Jonathan Van Arneman (St. Martin, Caribbean)
- Small Island Big Song (Austronesian, Pacific & Indian Ocean Family)
- UNAPXLXGETIC (EARTH/ GHANAIAN)
- Yisela Molina (Yoeme (Yaqui), Tucson, Arizona)
- Yurak (Iqaluit, Nunavut)
"Imagination holds a transforming power crucial to healing, both individually and collectively within our community. Healing from Within is an invitation for local audiences and the indigenous community here in America to know that you are not alone. It’s about reclaiming hope and love through understanding and appreciating indigenous perspectives on wellness and decolonization."
- Hanako Purapuran
About the Curators:
Hanako Purapuran (Entertainment & Art Management, Class of '25) is a member of the Puyuma Tribe of Taiwan and a junior in Entertainment & Art Management at Drexel University. This is her debut in art curation, driven by a passion for indigenous healing practices and community empowerment.
Dot Pallanes (Fashion Design, Class of '25), a Pascua Yaqui from Arizona, is a junior in Fashion Design at Drexel University, bringing a unique perspective that melds fashion with cultural expression and indigenous heritage.
Contact Information
Jess Polk
gallery@drexel.edu