The Southern Utah Museum of Art is hosting Tooveep (The Land), an exhibition of contemporary Indigenous Art. Scheduled for October 17, 2026, through March 6, 2027, the exhibition explores the intersection of identity, landscape, and storytelling through the work of Indigenous artists from the American Southwest and beyond.
The title of the exhibition is derived from the Southern Paiute word Too-veep, which means the land. This name reflects the enduring relationship between people and place. Curated by Las Vegas Paiute artist, activist, and Nuwu Art founder Fawn Douglas, the exhibition features work from emerging and established regional artists from the Southwest and Great Basin. It also includes artworks by nationally renowned artists from the Gochman Family Collection.
Douglas selected more than 20 artists to participate in the exhibition. Regional artists include Avis Charley of the Spirit Lake Dakota/Diné and Jean LaMarr of the Northern Paiute/Maidu. The collection also features artists from the Gochman Family Collection, such as Marie Watt and Jeffrey Gibson, who represent Tribal Nations and Indigenous experiences across North America. The exhibition utilizes various media, including painting, weaving, basketry, and mixed media.
The curatorial approach used by Douglas is rooted in Indigenous storytelling, joy, and self-determination. According to Douglas, her goal is to show work that reflects the heart of Indigenous people. By combining regional works with the Gochman Family Collection, the exhibition seeks to celebrate the breadth of contemporary Native art and the narratives distinctive to Indigenous cultures across the country.
