Babar's Museum of Art

Above: (DETAIL) Laurent de Brunhoff, (French, b. 1925). The Old Lady joined the discussion. “I like this one,” she said, “because it is peaceful. I feel calm when I look at it. The elephants do not get in each other’s way.” 2003. Watercolor, graphite and ink on paper. 8-3/4 x 7-1/4 in. Courtesy of Mary Ryan Gallery, New York

Experience the world of Babar the Elephant as the Tyler Museum of Art presents Babar's Museum of Art this summer, June 6 - August 22, 2010. The young and the young at heart will thrill to see this clever collection of original watercolors and studies by Laurent de Brunhoff, author and illustrator of the book by the same title.

Exhibition Date: Through August 22, 2010

Cherokee Beadwork

Finding a Lost Art

Above: (DETAIL) Martha Berry (American, Cherokee, b. 1948). Our Fires Still Burn, 2002 (bandolier bag). Glass beads on wool, cotton, silk. Collection of Martha and Dave Berry

This exhibition showcases the works of contemporary Cherokee beadwork artists, and reveals examples of an art form that was lost for over a century. Central to the ongoing revival of the Cherokee art heritage is Martha Berry, a Cherokee descendent who guest-curated this exhibition of objects ranging from sashes, belts, purses, leggings, bandolier bags, and moccasins.

Exhibition Date: Through August 15, 2010