Wóyake: Language in Lakota Art

On Exhibit Now!
Curated by David A. Meyer II
Aktá Lakota Museum Assistant Curator

The “Wóyake: Language in Lakota Art” exhibit features a stunning collection of paintings and artworks that celebrate the act of storytelling through words.

From the Winter Count pictograph’s silent narrative to pieces that incorporate written words, the exhibit highlights the versatility of the Lakota language in various forms of expression, each with a distinct linguistic approach.   “Wóyake,” the exhibit’s title, means storytelling through verbal expression in Lakota.

Curated by Meyer from the museum’s collection, it features works by renowned artists such as Arthur Amiotte, Roger Broer, Keith BraveHeart, Dyani White Hawk, Nathaniel Ruleaux, and Dakota Hoska. Meyer adds, “Wóyake is a powerful testament to the resilience of a people who are determined to ensure their language and heritage is celebrated for generations to come.”