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Visual Arts & Programming that spark Reflection, Discovery, Inspiration & Connection
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Current Exhibition

June 13 - September 15, 2025

NICHOLS, NORTH, & ATRIUM GALLERIES

Shapeshifters

Showcasing the extraordinary diversity of contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous Art.

"Raven always outwits the moment. He transforms to meet life’s challenges and shapeshifts to create new solutions for today’s dilemmas."

-- Lee Brooks, Guest Curator

The title Shapeshifters embodies the Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples’ connection and respect for the cleverness of the Raven. It also reflects their diverse cultures’ ability to persevere and adapt to change for millennia.

Selections from SJIMA’s First Nation Artists Collection, along with work by some of the Northwest’s most renowned Indigenous artists, including Christian White, Rande Cook, Susan Point, Tim Paul, Gordon Dick, Dan Friday and many more will be on view throughout the galleries.

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Shapeshifter ARTIST INTERVIEWS

Discover the voices behind the art.
In these special interviews, SJIMA Trustee and Docent Coordinator Marney Reynolds and SJIMA Assistant Director Wendy Smith speak with Northwest Coast Indigenous artists Christian White, Rande Cook, Dan Friday, and Gordon Dick. Hear each artist share their inspirations, cultural traditions, and personal journeys in their own words. Watch below to explore the stories and ideas that shape their extraordinary work.

Christian White
Gordon Dick
Dan Friday
Rande Cook

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  • Free admission to all museum exhibitions;

  • Exclusive members-only previews before exhibitions open to the public to meet curators and artists;

  • 10% discount on purchases on books and merchandise;

  • Discount for Art As A Voice and other special events;

  • First notice of special events, workshops, and lectures

  • And more

Benefits include:

SJIMA is a 501c3 non-profit. In addition to generous members, donors, and sponsor support, we rely upon grant funding to ensure art and culture thrive at SJIMA. Thank you for the support!

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Special thanks to

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and grant funding from

Town of Friday Harbor and San Juan County. 

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