Fall Artist Showcase @ Anythink Libraries
with artist Chelsea Kaiah
September 22, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Locations
Anythink Bennett, 495 7th Street, Bennett, CO 80102
Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80602
Anythink Perl Mack, 7611 Hilltop Circle, Denver, CO 80221
Anythink and BMoCA have partnered for the third year to make arts and culture more accessible to Adams County residents through BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase.
The month-long artist residency in September through October, accompanied by a series of installations, aims to illuminate the philosophy and skills behind Kaiah’s creativity. Audiences are invited to experience the intersection of indigenous tradition, contemporary expression and the transformative power of art. All three libraries will feature site-specific installations, hands-on experiences and community outreach days. The showcase will highlight Kaiah’s talent and personal artistic expression, but also act as a bridge between cultures, fostering a deeper understanding of indigenous perspectives. Once the three installations are completed, they will be on display through the end of the year.
Studio Session with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Bennett
495 7th Street, Bennett, CO 80102
Friday, Sept. 22, 10 am - 5 pm
Artist Chelsea Kaiah will be in “the studio” constructing the work for her “Ancestor Head” installation and materials for the final exhibition. Drop by for an informal demonstration of her art practice.
Trade & Barter Station with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Bennett
495 7th Street, Bennett, CO 80102
Saturday, Sept. 23, 10 am - 5 pm
In partnership with the Corridor Creative Arts League, artist Chelsea Kaiah will host a trade and barter station, a culturally important hub for indigenous communities and homesteaders alike. The station features artwork, beads, spices, poems and other goods that the community shares, barters and trades. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own wares to trade.
Studio Session with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Wright Farms
5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80602
Tuesday, Sept. 26 & Wednesday, Sept. 27, 1 - 6 pm
Artist Chelsea Kaiah will be in “the studio” constructing the work for her “Ancestor Head” installation and materials for the final exhibition. Drop by for an informal demonstration.
Workshop with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Wright Farms
5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80602
Friday, Sept. 29, 1 - 5 pm
Join artist Chelsea Kaiah and participate in the creation and construction of the 2023 BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase installation. Gain insight into her practice as a working artist focused on indigenous tradition and practices. No advanced registration necessary.
Studio Session with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Perl Mack
7611 Hilltop Circle, Denver, CO 80221
Friday, Oct. 6, 11 am - 4 pm
Artist Chelsea Kaiah will be in “the studio” constructing the work for her installation and materials for the final exhibition. Drop by for an informal demonstration while she works.
Workshop with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Perl Mack
7611 Hilltop Circle, Denver, CO 80221
Saturday, Oct. 7, 11 am - 4 pm
Join artist Chelsea Kaiah and participate in the creation and construction of the 2023 BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase installation. Gain insight into her practice as a working artist focused on indigenous tradition and practices. No advanced registration necessary.
Studio Session with Chelsea Kaiah at Anythink Perl Mack
7611 Hilltop Circle, Denver, CO 80221
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 12 - 5 pm
Artist Chelsea Kaiah will be in “the studio” constructing the work for her installation and materials for the final exhibition. Drop by for an informal demonstration of her art while she works.
Reception at Anythink Wright Farms
5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton, CO 80602
Thursday, Nov. 2, 5 - 7 pm
Visitors are invited to the opening of the 2023 BMoCA + Anythink Fall Artist Showcase with resident artist Chelsea Kaiah! Celebrate the start of Native American Heritage month with the Colorado Inter-Tribal Dancers and Drummers who will perform in traditional regalia, and showcase different styles of powwow dancing and drumming. Local artisans will have wares for sale, and free food will be available from Tocabe: An American Indian Eatery. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own wares to contribute to the trade and barter station.
Exploring Art & Culture - For Adults
Anythink Perl Mack
7611 Hilltop Circle, Denver, CO 80221
Wednesday, December 6, 4-5:30pm
Exploring Art & Culture - For Children
Anythink Brighton
327 East Bridge St., Brighton, CO 80601
Saturday, December 9, 1-3pm
About the artist
Chelsea Kaiah is White River Ute and White Mountain Apache/Irish settler, born on the Northern Ute reservation. She is a passionate activist for Native rights, awareness and sustainability. Her practice involves adapting customary materials and techniques, such as pine needle weaving, porcupine quilling and hide work, to address resilience, mental health, system reformation and means of healing.
Kaiah earned her BFA at Watkins College of Art and Design in Nashville, Tenn. She currently resides in Denver, Colo. In 2022, Kaiah was awarded the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (NACF) LIFT grant for early career support and was invited to participate in Redline’s Artist-in-Residence program for emerging, contemporary Colorado artists. She also received the Greene Fellowship that supports working artists.
About Anythink®
Anythink is a new style of library – a place of unlimited imagination, where play inspires creativity and lifelong learning. Anythink serves the residents of Adams County, Colo., with seven libraries and a bookmobile. With a focus on innovation, Anythink’s award-winning approach to library service is recognized by industry leaders and organizations across the globe. For more information, visit anythinklibraries.org.
Funded in part by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District and the Kemper Family Foundations, UMB Bank, n.a., Trustee.