1946 HD Knucklehead "The Wagon Burner, 2024
Motorcycle built by Neil Zarama, Chiricahua Apache
Arrow Choppers / Whirling Log & Arrow
Photograph by Neil Zarama, courtesy of FaraHNHeight Fine Art Gallery
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We're bringing our exhibits out into the community. Look for our tent at Tucson Meet Yourself this year!
Traditions in Motion
For many Indigenous communities, adopting and adapting car culture is a way of expressing heritage and contemporary experiences. Cars, skateboards, motorcycles, and even shoes become canvases, often incorporating traditional symbols, colors, and patterns. This unique expression of self is a dynamic and evolving cultural landscape.
This new, pop-up exhibit includes photographs and artwork by Indigenous artists focusing on Indigenous lowriders and their cars, skateboards, and bikes. Ten dye-cast model cars painted by Native artists will also be on display. Related activities with Indigenous car and motorcycle club members, artists, and curators will be offered.
This exhibit is presented by Desert Diamond Casino.