FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 2, 2005
The Museum of Texas Tech University is pleased to announce the exhibition A Family Collects Native American Arts and Crafts, opening February 13 and running through August 21, 2005, in galleries 1 and 2 of the Museum. The Museum is located at 3301 4th Street. Admission is free and ample free parking is available in the north and west lots.
A variety of factors may be considered when gathering a collection of objects. Art pieces are chosen for their aesthetic beauty, intrinsic or extrinsic value, and according to personal attachment.
Each of the objects in this exhibition has been carefully selected to reflect the skill and accomplishment of American Indian artists. Many of these items were crafted using the most basic materials such as local clays and plant materials, while others were created using contemporary methods. Maria Martinez, Rich Bartow, Tony Da, and Charles Loloma are the many distinguished artists represented in this diverse collection.
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