The Denver Art Museum (DAM) is hosting a member preview on April 19, 2025, for "Kent Monkman: History is Painted by the Victors," the U.S. debut exhibition of the artist. Featuring 41 monumental works, the show reimagines Western art history through an Indigenous lens, addressing colonial injustice, generational trauma, and Two-Spirit and queer visibility, with pieces from the DAM's collection and loans from other institutions.
This exhibition marks a significant moment for Indigenous contemporary art in the United States, as Monkman—a member of the Fisher River Cree Nation—uses history painting to challenge dominant narratives and center marginalized perspectives. The member preview underscores the DAM's commitment to showcasing diverse voices and engaging its community with critical cultural conversations.