MPR’s Minnesota Now podcast features Cathy Wurzer interviewing Karen Goulet and Monique Verden, the artists behind the exhibit “The Water Flows Continuously” at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. The exhibit focuses on the Native relationship with the Mississippi River, showcasing collaboration between Ojibwe and Houma artists.
Karen Goulet, a member of the White Earth Ojibwe Nation, and Monique Verden, a citizen of the Houma Nation, discuss their experiences visiting each other’s communities and the significance of the river to their respective nations. They highlight the cultural, historical, and ecological importance of the Mississippi River in their artwork, which includes textiles, fabrics, tapestries, and collage work.
The artists emphasize the heart-based nature of their work and the community involvement in the exhibit, inviting viewers to contribute their stories and experiences related to the river. The conversation touches on environmental concerns, such as land loss in the Mississippi delta, and the exhibit’s aim to raise awareness and honor the connection between Indigenous peoples and the river.
original post on Minnesota Public Radio