Miami Tribe of Oklahoma

The Myaamia Heritage Museum & Archive will revamp and install its community curated Myaamia Ribbonwork exhibit. First displayed at the Miami University Art Museum, the exhibit's original run was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic. This project will support physical improvements to the Tribal museum's exhibition gallery, including upgrading lighting and purchasing and installing new display cases, in order to safely exhibit early 19th century ribbonwork objects. Additional project activities include securing loans of historic ribbonwork objects, planning and installing the exhibition, and engaging the community through outreach activities and educational events. The exhibit will benefit the citizens of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma by creating an additional opportunity to share cultural knowledge and will continue community efforts to revitalize Myaamia Ribbonwork.