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Life Underfoot

Daily through August 31, 2022

Love the Life in One Cubic Foot exhibit? Check out these activities in our Experience Alcoves!

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Heiltsuk chair (detail), c. 1880-1900, attr. Chief Robert Bell, MOA 3261/120 (photo Alina Ilyasova)

Unforeseen Potential: New Historical Northwest Coast Artworks at MOA

Tuesday, February 15
7 PM PT

Karen Duffek will feature some of the historical Northwest Coast artworks that are now the subject of study by First Nations artists and community members.

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Life in One Cubic Foot Educator Preview

Thursday, February 17
4–5:30 PM

Learn how to bring community science into your classroom with the new Life in One Cubic Foot exhibit.

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The Story of the Cowrie Shell

Sunday, March 27
2–5 PM

Join artist-in-residence, Natasha Marin, as she creates a masquerade (physical representation of spirits or ancestors) sculpture exploring displacement, and belonging. 

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The Story of the Cowrie Shell

Sunday, March 13
2–5 PM

Join artist-in-residence, Natasha Marin, as she creates a masquerade (physical representation of spirits or ancestors) sculpture exploring displacement, and belonging.

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The Story of the Cowrie Shell

Sunday, February 27
2–5 PM

Join artist-in-residence, Natasha Marin, as she creates a masquerade (physical representation of spirits or ancestors) sculpture exploring displacement, and belonging. 

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The Story of the Cowrie Shell

Sunday, February 20
2–5 PM

Join artist-in-residence, Natasha Marin, as she creates a masquerade (physical representation of spirits or ancestors) sculpture exploring displacement, and belonging. 

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artist natasha marin sitting on a chair in a colorful studio space

The Story of the Cowrie Shell

Sunday, January 23
2–5 PM

Join artist-in-residence, Natasha Marin, as she creates a masquerade (physical representation of spirits or ancestors) sculpture exploring displacement, and belonging. 

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Life in One Cubic Foot Member Preview Event

Friday, February 11, 2022
6–8:30 PM

Celebrate the opening of Life in One Cubic Foot with early members-only access!

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Educator Appreciation Days

December 26 and December 27
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Educators enjoy FREE admission for themselves and one (1) guest December 26 and December 27, 2024.

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