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 An exhibition curated by Center of Southwest Studies Fellow and FLC graduate, Malorie King (Mescalero Apache/Diné) Exhibition on view: January 30-May 16, 2025 Reception: January 30 at 4:30-6:30 PM This exhibition will be held in the lobby entryway of the CSWS building. Free Center of Southwest Studies Fellow and recent Fort Lewis College graduate, Malorie King (Mescalero Apache/Diné), has curated a selection of artwork from the Center’s Museum collections as a culmination of a year of research and inquiry into creative expression of traditional Indigenous knowledge sharing and intertribal values. "At its core, this project represents reciprocity—our shared responsibility to honor the teachings of our elders, respect all forms of life, and contribute meaningfully to our communities. Just as Indigenous knowledge is rooted in values of kinship, gratitude, and community, each of us carries a cultural lineage that can inspire and guide us. Through this exhibition, I aim to honor the communities, mentors, and traditions that have shaped me, while planting seeds for a future where Indigenous voices and knowledge systems thrive." - Malorie King, curator Center of Southwest Studies swcenter.fortlewis.edu Contact: Cristie Scott, cmscott@fortlewis.edu or Malorie King, msking@fortlewis.edu

BEGINNING MARCH 6^TH, THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES WILL FEATURE AN EXHIBIT TITLED “A LEGACY OF GIFTS: 60 YEARS OF THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES.” THIS EXHIBIT WILL RUN THROUGH NOVEMBER.

THE OPENING RECEPTION FOR THIS EXHIBIT WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY MARCH 6^TH AT 4:30 P.M. and will feature artwork, arhives and other items donated to the center over the last six decades.

for more information email cMSCOTT@FORTLEWIS.EDU

Word Honey Poetry Workshop with Kalista Peña Wednesday, April 30 6:30pm - 8:00pm FREE Durango Public Library 970-375-3380 www.durangoco.gov/Library Join us for a special poetry writing workshop led by writer and spoken word poet, Kalista Peña! Local writer, spoken word poet, and book enthusiast, Kalista Peña grew up in Durango, CO, and attended Fort Lewis College earning her B.A. in English. She has always highlighted rhythm and flow in her poetry, utilizing rhyme and pacing to create tension in her performance. She is heavily inspired by African American authors and jazz musicians from the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s. Lately she has found herself writing about her Mexican heritage and vibrant culture.

The film "Beyond Zero" is an inspiring film about a global company's path to sustainability to address climate. May 2nd, at 5:40 pm. at the Durango Public Library. This is a free event sponsored by the Durango Citizens Climate Lobby