The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art in Vancouver presents Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist, a landmark retrospective exhibition running from February 1, 2025, to February 1, 2026.
The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art in Vancouver presents Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist, a landmark retrospective exhibition running from February 1, 2025, to February 1, 2026. This exhibition provides a comprehensive survey of Christian White’s 50-year career, highlighting his significant contributions as a Haida artist, mentor, and cultural ambassador. The show features over 40 works in a variety of media, including intricate argillite carvings, monumental sculptures, gold and silver jewelry, and cedar canoes, reflecting White’s commitment to preserving and celebrating Haida traditions.
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The exhibition also emphasizes White’s mentorship role, showcasing collaborative works created with eight apprentices who represent the next generation of contemporary Haida artists. Notable pieces in the exhibition include Raven Copper Shield (1976), Raven Transformation (2022), and House Box (2024). Additionally, the retrospective will explore White’s involvement in the Haida Repatriation Committee, focusing on his efforts to return Haida ancestors and cultural objects to their homeland.
Guest curated by Sdahl Ḵ’awaas Lucy Bell and Gudangee XÍŸahl Kil Amelia Rea, the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to engage with White’s profound impact on Haida culture. A series of public programs, including artist talks, panel discussions, and live art demonstrations, will complement the exhibition throughout its year-long run.
Address:Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
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Vancouver, BC V6C 2G3
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Bill Reid Gallery: Christian White
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Museum of Anthropology ( MOA )
Nuxalk Strong: Dancing Down the Eyelashes of the SunNew MOA Exhibition Showcases Indigenous Sovereignty and Reclamation
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Vancouver, BC – The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC presents Nuxalk Strong: Dancing Down the Eyelashes of the Sun, a groundbreaking exhibition running from February 21, 2025, to January 5, 2026. This first-of-its-kind showcase is co-curated by Dr. Snxakila—Clyde Tallio, Cultural Director of the Nuxalk Nation, and Dr. Jennifer Kramer, MOA’s Curator of Pacific Northwest. The exhibition highlights the resilience and cultural revitalization of the Nuxalk Nation, located in Bella Coola, B.C., through the reclamation of language, governance, stewardship, and ceremonial practices.
Featuring 71 treasured items, Nuxalk Strong includes artifacts from MOA’s collection alongside loans from institutions such as the Royal British Columbia Museum, Burke Museum, Glenbow Museum, and private collections. The exhibition will display masks, regalia, raven rattles, and mountain goat wool robes, including a recently rediscovered yakyanlh(robe) belonging to Tallio-Hans, absent from the community for 40 years. The exhibit underscores how museums and Indigenous communities can collaborate to reconnect with cultural belongings and knowledge.
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Dr. Tallio notes that past Nuxalk Elders strategically placed these treasures in museums for safekeeping during times of cultural suppression, a practice known as putl’altnick—planning for future generations. Now, as the Nuxalk Nation reclaims its sovereignty, Nuxalk Strong serves as a platform for restoring traditional knowledge and cultural values. A highlight of the exhibition is the repatriation of masks, regalia, and cedar bark weavings gifted to ethnographer T.F. McIlwraith in the early 20th century. In an act of reconciliation, McIlwraith’s descendants will return these belongings, as well as ceremonial Nuxalk names given to their ancestors, back to the community at the close of the exhibition in 2026.
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Renowned for their distinct artistic traditions, including intricate carvings and a signature radiant blue in their masks and regalia, the Nuxalk people have stewarded their lands and culture for over 14,000 years. This exhibition not only honors their enduring legacy but also fosters dialogue on museum ethics and Indigenous sovereignty.
MOA will celebrate the opening of Nuxalk Strong on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 6 to 9 pm, offering free admission to all visitors. For more details, visit moa.ubc.ca.
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About MOA
The Museum of Anthropology at UBC is one of Canada’s foremost cultural institutions, known for its extensive collections, research, and community engagement. Designed by architect Arthur Erickson, MOA overlooks the stunning backdrop of mountains and sea and houses over 50,000 cultural objects from around the world, with a special focus on the Pacific Northwest.
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Dates: February 21, 2025 to January 5, 2026
Address:Museum of Anthropology
University of British Columbia
6393 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC
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