indigenous peoples in the united states are under threat of a new form of cultural genocide: light pollution.

with the stars and the dark skies providing guidance, culture, and ways of being, rising rates of light pollution have begun to endanger indigenous cultural continuation. from city to rez, indigenous peoples across the united states have fought for the right to continually practice our cultures, but the disappearance of stars creates an unprecedented barrier. 

curated by tru west (diné), this virtual exhibition follows a circular path – from life, death, to rebirth – and invites visitors to explore art and stories about and by indigenous peoples facing light pollution in their communities.

explore the full exhibition by clicking on the image below.