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    Lower Level Gallery
    Saturday, March 10, 2018, 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM

    Un-dammed: Reflections on Art, Education, and Restoration of the Elwha River With Jamie Valadez, Eirik Johnson, and Langdon Cook

    In 2011, the removal of the Elwha River Dam began after decades of tribal activism and an act of Congress. The dam, constructed in 1910, wreaked havoc on the ecosystem and violated the treaty rights of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. Since the removal of the Elwha River Dam and the nearby Glines Canyon Dam, the waters and land of this region have come back to life, salmon numbers have been steadily increasing, and important cultural sites of the Klallam people have been unearthed. What is there to learn from this historical moment of change? What led to this moment and what has followed?
    Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe educator Jamie Valadez, artist Eirik Johnson, and writer Langdon Cook will share perspectives based on their years of involvement with the landscape, wildlife, and people affected by the shifting life of the Elwha River, both before and after the removal of these dams.
    Taking place in the lower level galleries in the exhibition The Time. The Place. Contemporary Art from the Collection, these experts will share their experiences as they relate to each of their fields in art, writing, food, and education. Together, we will investigate the successes and lessons learned from this historic project.
    ADMISSION

    Pre-registration is now full. Please check with Henry staff to see if space has become available, or if standing room is available day-of.

    ACCESS
    This event is public.
    ACCESSIBILITY
    The Henry is a place for all visitors to enjoy, learn, and be inspired. The museum is fully accessible by wheelchair, and we strive to provide services and accommodations for anyone who needs assistance. Please notify the staff of particular needs or concerns you may have. If you need ASL services, please make your request two weeks in advance of your visit.

    Eirik Johnson (U.S., born 1974). Below the Glines Canyon Dam on the Upper Elwha River, Washington. 2008. Inkjet print. Henry Art Gallery, purchased with funds from T. William Booth and donors to the Henry Acquisition Fund, 2010.26. Image courtesy of the artist.

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    <p>Rirkrit Tiravanija (Argentina, Thailand, born 1961). Untitled (Demonstration no. 146). 2006. Pencil drawing on paper. Henry Art Gallery, gift of David Hoberman, Los Angeles, 2014.286. Image courtesy of the artist and Gavin Brown's Enterprise.<br /></p>
    Exhibitions

    The Time. The Place. Contemporary Art from the Collection

    Nov 4, 2017 - Mar 25/Apr 22, 2018*