May 23rd – September 12th, 2026
Native Perspectives : America 250
A landmark exhibition developed in collaboration with Caddo Artist Chase Kahwinhut Earles
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Longview Museum of Fine Arts presents Native Perspectives: America 250; a major regional exhibition highlighting contemporary Indigenous artists from across the American South. Bringing together works rooted in ancestral knowledge and present-day cultural expression, the exhibition offers a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and artistic innovation within Native communities.
Visitors will experience a dynamic range of media, including traditional pottery, basketry, beadwork, painting, printmaking, collage, and mixed media works. More than an art exhibition, this exhibition serves as a platform for dialogue, education, and reflection—honoring the enduring legacy and creativity of Indigenous peoples whose histories and cultures continue to shape the American story.
The exhibition features thirteen artists representing eleven tribes, including Choctaw, Cherokee, Seminole, Chickasaw, Muscogee, Coushatta, Otoe-Missouria, Delaware, Sac and Fox, and Caddo Nations. Featured artists include Martha Berry, Jackie Bullard, Jason Carrasco, Dylan Cavin, Chase Kahwinhut Earles, Tom Farris, Yonavea Hawkins, Elissie John, Bobby C. Martin, Jeri and Moira Redcorn, Tony Tiger, and Billy Hensley.
Developed by LMFA’s curatorial team—Executive Director and Curator of Exhibitions Tiffany Jehorek and Curator of Collections and Preparator Derek Frazier—in collaboration with acclaimed Caddo artist Chase Kahwinhut Earles, the exhibition centers Indigenous voices throughout the curatorial process. Earles’ work is held in the collections of nearly thirty museums and institutions nationwide, including the Smithsonian Institution, Dallas Museum of Art, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
Meet the Artists
Moira Redcorn
Multimedia & Watercolor
Member of Osage Nation
Descendant of Caddo, Potawatomi
Tony A. Tiger
Painting, Printmaking & Installation
Member of Sac & Fox
Seminole & Muscogee Lineage
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Exhibit on View?
Native Perspectives: America250 is on view at the Longview Museum of Fine Arts from May 23 through September 12, 2026. Visitors can explore the exhibition during regular museum hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays. We encourage visitors to allow at least an hour to experience the exhibition and enjoy the museum’s galleries.
- Who are the Artists?
The Native Perspectives: America 250 exhibition features thirteen artists representing eleven tribes, including Choctaw, Cherokee, Seminole, Chickasaw, Muscogee, Coushatta, Otoe-Missouria, Delaware, Sac and Fox, and Caddo Nations. Featured artists include Martha Berry, Jackie Bullard, Jason Carrasco, Dylan Cavin, Chase Kahwinhut Earles, Tom Farris, Yonavea Hawkins, Elissie John, Bobby C. Martin, Jeri and Moira Redcorn, Tony Tiger, and Billy Hensley.
- Why is this Exhibition Significant?
Native Perspectives: America250 is significant because it places Indigenous voices at the center of the conversation during the United States’ 250th anniversary, offering a perspective on American history that is rooted in Native cultures, lived experiences, and artistic traditions. Rather than looking only at the nation’s past, the exhibition highlights the vitality of contemporary Indigenous artists and demonstrates how Native communities continue to shape American culture today.
- What type of Art is on Display?
Native Perspectives: America250 features a diverse collection of contemporary and traditional Indigenous artwork created by thirteen artists representing eleven tribal nations across the American South. The exhibition includes pottery, basketry, beadwork, painting, printmaking, collage, mixed media, illustration, and ledger art, showcasing both time-honored artistic traditions and innovative contemporary practices. Through these varied mediums, visitors experience how Indigenous artists honor their cultural heritage while exploring themes of identity, history, resilience, and community. Together, the works highlight the richness and diversity of Native artistic expression and demonstrate that Indigenous art is a vibrant, evolving force within contemporary American culture.
