The Ucross Art Gallery has launched "Resilience," a group exhibition showcasing the work of the 2025 Ucross Fellowship for Native American Artists recipients. Curated by Marwin Begaye, the show features a diverse array of disciplines including sculpture by Gina Herrera, literature by Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, mixed-media by Wade Patton, and performance art by Sarah Ortegon HighWalking. The collection explores the intersection of cultural identity, heritage, and the enduring strength of Indigenous communities across the United States.
This exhibition underscores the importance of institutional support for Indigenous voices and the role of fellowships in fostering contemporary Native American art. By bringing together artists from various nations—including the Tesuque Pueblo, Eastern Band of Cherokee, Oglala Lakota, and Eastern Shoshone—the Ucross Foundation facilitates a critical dialogue on how traditional heritage informs modern creative practices. The accompanying public programming at Sheridan College further bridges the gap between rural art residencies and academic discourse.