A Spiritual Dive into Hahawakpa and Land of My Oyate: Explorations in Native Material Culture by Natasha Roozen

“Through many mediums and natural materials, I honor the river and my people, weaving memory, healing, and culture into art.”

This exhibition is a journey through spirit, memory, and land, tracing the sacred relationship between the Dakota people and the Mississippi River, Hahawakpa. Through natural materials, traditional forms, and contemporary vision, these works honor the enduring presence of Dakota culture and the stories carried throughout our land.

There will be a reception on Wednesday, October 29th from 6-7pm with a capstone presentation by Natasha.

This work is on display at our Clay & Creative Center and can be viewed during office hours (Tue-Fri 9am-5pm) and select evening and weekends. Please call ahead to ensure we are open and available when you’d like to see the show. 651-309-4980.

Natasha Roozen is a Dakota artist from the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate. Raised in the Red Wing, Minnesota area along the Mississippi River - Hahawakpa - she has always felt a deep passion for the river, the land, and the outdoors. After time living in Sisseton as an adult, she returned to Red Wing, where her creative practice continues to grow.

Natasha Roozen is a recipient of a Project Support for Individual Artists and Culture Bearers grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.