The Denver Museum of Nature and Science will be indefinitely closing its hall dedicated to Native Americans, citing its 'problematic' nature.
The Denver Museum of Nature and Science will be indefinitely closing its hall dedicated to Native Americans, citing its"problematic" nature.
"Within this space, the Museum perpetuates racist stereotypes by portraying indigenous people in dioramas as if they exist only in the past, using inaccurate names for sovereign nations , and displaying their belongings without ongoing consent or respectful attribution," a letter reads on the doors to the exhibit now. The letter insists that the museum is"working toward healing" since the hall"harms Indigineous people of North America.
This summer, the Museum will close the North American Indian Cultures Hall. We’re committed to re-examining our practices for exhibiting, curating, collecting, programming and conserving in a manner that respects the Indigenous cultural histories, heritage and belongings. #NAIC pic.twitter.
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