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Cooper Hewitt-Yogi Kellner-Week 2

    This was my first week of working on my projects at the Cooper Hewitt Museum of Design. My work days are Monday through Thursday, and I did a number of things throughout the week. On Monday, I was introduced to "Drawing in the Gallery," where for 2 hours, museum visitors can come to "An Atlas of Es Devlin '' on the 3rd floor of the museum and draw. "An Atlas of Es Devlin'' is a gallery that runs until August 11 and showcases Devlin's life and career, from her earliest sketches to her stage designs. The goal of this project is to encourage artists who are just getting into drawing to take an interest in sketching through Devlin's art. I was tasked with making prompts connected to her art that allowed amateur artists to connect with her work in many different ways in order to grasp their attention.



    On Tuesday, I was introduced to my other project. The Cooper Hewitt is preparing for a "triennial," a gallery that takes up the entire building every three years. This time, the theme is home. Cooper Hewitt has partnered with many different artists of all backgrounds to showcase what home means to them. Since I work in the Education Department, I was tasked with helping research these artists and their exhibits to program for the elementary school students who will come during field trips throughout the school year. During this research, I have so far taken a STEM and statistics view of these artists. While I am unable to share who I have researched, you can be sure they are very interesting and worth your while to come visit the triennial when it opens in November!



    On Wednesday, we had the pleasure of attending the Smithsonian Picnic at the National Museum of the American Indian. It was a delightful event that allowed us to connect with a diverse array of individuals, including Lonnie G. Bunch III, the Secretary of the Smithsonian. Meeting such influential people was inspiring and added to the excitement of the day.

    During our visit, we were treated to a comprehensive tour of the museum, which left a lasting impression. One exhibit that particularly captured my interest was "Native NY." This exhibit beautifully illustrates the profound influence of Native Americans on the development of New York City and Long Island. Learning about their pivotal role in shaping some of the places I frequent regularly was both enlightening and humbling.

    Exploring the museum's collections and exhibitions provided insights into rich cultural histories and ongoing contributions of Native peoples. It was a reminder of the importance of honoring and understanding the indigenous heritage that continues to shape our communities today.

 

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