Tsoai-Talee: The Life and Legacy of N. Scott Momaday

This exhibit traces the life and legacy of N. Scott Momaday, a renowned Kiowa author, poet, painter, and educator. Considered a key figure in the Native American Renaissance, Momaday used his work to bring contemporary Native American experiences to a wider audience. His groundbreaking 1968 novel, House Made of Dawn, not only secured his place in literary history but also inspired many other Native American writers.

Open date

August 5, 2025

Close date

August 1, 2026

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N. Scott Momaday, a celebrated Kiowa author and poet, is one of the most acclaimed Native American writers in American history. As a Kiowa man, painter, and teacher, his work was profoundly shaped by his heritage and personal experiences. His deep connection to his family, community, and culture inspired a powerful form of self-expression that drove change and evolution. Momaday's groundbreaking 1968 novel, House Made of Dawn, not only established him as a major American writer but also helped launch the Native American Renaissance. This movement brought contemporary Native American experiences to the forefront of American consciousness. Momaday's life and legacy, highlighted in this exhibit, reveal how heritage and personal history can inspire profound and influential artistic work.

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