The Museum at Warm Springs has announced the awards for the “32nd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit.” This popular annual juried exhibit displays the immense talent and artistic excellence of Warm Springs adult and youth Tribal members. The exhibit will be on view through Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Museum Members and the general public are invited to the opening reception on Wednesday, November 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Museum (2189 Highway 26, Warm Springs).
The exhibit is curated by Warm Springs Museum Curator and Exhibition Coordinator Angela Anne Smith (Warm Springs, Yakama, Nez Perce and Diné). This year’s judge is Susan Brunoe. Susan started working for The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs in 1995 where she was initially a Health Systems Specialist in the Managed Care Program. She retired as Case Manager of that program in June after 30 years of service to The Tribes. Susan enjoys doing beadwork and growing herbs. Selected artworks are available for sale with a 20% commission going toward The Museum.
Judge’s Choice Awards
Traditional Category:
Artist: Terry Lynn Stradley
Title: “Blue Flamez Logo”
Medium: Beaded Necklace
(Not for Sale)
Contemporary Category:
Artist: Natalie Kirk
Title: “KsKs Nukwashái Ayats Patłapa”
Medium: Ceremonial Basket Hat
(Not for Sale)
Honorable Mentions
Artist: Mona Cochran
Title: “Ishaptikai”
Medium: Horse Bag
(Not for Sale)
Artist: Marjorie Kalama
Title: “Girls Fancy Dance Sequins Yoke”
(Not for Sale)
Artist: Leora Strong
Title: “Chokecherry Thighs”
Medium: Earrings
(For Sale: $100)
Artist: Aurolyn Stwyer
Title: “Men’s Denim Coat” (size extra-large)
(For Sale: $300)
Artist: Aurolyn Stwyer
Title: “Double Beaded Necklace with Celilo Commemoration Coin”
(Not for Sale)
Artist: Aurolyn Stwyer
Title: “Pink Rose Beaded Bag”
(Not for Sale)
Upcoming Museum Closures
Tuesday, Nov. 11 — Veterans Day
Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28 — Thanksgiving
Saturday, Nov. 29 — Museum Closed
Thursday, Dec. 25 — Christmas Day
Thursday, Jan. 1, 2025 — New Year’s Day
Become a Museum Member
There are several levels of annual Museum Membership, which begin at $25 for elders and students. All Members receive these benefits: free admission for one year, 10% discount in the Museum Gift Shop and special invitations to exhibits and programs. Members have access to the Oregon Historical Society Reciprocal Membership Program and free admission to a different Oregon museum each month. Join by visiting https://museumatwarmsprings.org/ and click “Join” to see Membership levels and online payment information. Or send a check to: The Museum at Warm Springs, P.O. Box 909, Warm Springs, OR 97761 (Attn: Membership).
About The Museum at Warm Springs
The Museum at Warm Springs opened its doors to the public on March 14, 1993 and celebrated its 30thanniversary in 2023. Built to Smithsonian Institution professional standards, The Museum’s mission is to preserve, advance and share the traditions, cultural and artistic heritage of The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Oregon. Regular Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission: Museum Members (free), Adults ($7), Senior Citizens over 60 ($6), Students 13-18 with student body card ($4.50), Children 5-12 ($3.50) and Children 4 and younger (free). The Museum is located at 2189 Highway 26 in Warm Springs. Phone: (541) 553-3331. For more information, visit https://www.museumatwarmsprings.org/.
