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A fresh exhibition at the Florida State University Museum of Fine Arts emphasizes the influence of water on cultural landscapes and artistic endeavors, showcasing artists from Florida as well as globally.

“Water Ways: Indigenous Ecologies and Florida Heritage” is organized in partnership with the FSU Native American and Indigenous Studies Center (NAIS), the Department of Religion, and the Council on Research and Creativity. The exhibition opens on Sept. 18, 2025, with a gathering from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and will feature a range of programs running until its conclusion on March 14, 2026.

The title plays on the double interpretation of “ways,” examining both the tangible routes molded by water and the various methods through which Indigenous cultures articulate their connections with water.

“This exhibition showcases how the Indigenous material heritage of Florida reflects lifestyles intertwined with water, linking these practices to similar traditions throughout the Americas and Asia,” stated Elizabeth A. Cecil, Timothy Gannon Associate Professor of Religion and curator of the exhibition. “Water Ways also encourages contemplation on urgent environmental concerns, such as water accessibility, ecological transformation, and climate adaptability, by illustrating how communities have historically perceived and tackled the complexities of life alongside water.”

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