August 27, 2008 06:11 pm
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The Five Civilized Tribes Museum received two original paintings by Acee Blue Eagle from the Weaver family.
The family donated “Buffalo Dance,” 1935, and the “Shield and Spear Dancer,” 1937, as an addition to the museum’s art collection.
“Buffalo Dancer” was given to Mrs. William (Betty) Weaver by Nettie Wheeler of Muskogee. The “Shield and Spear Dancer” was a wedding gift to Dr. William D. and Mrs. Weaver in 1939. Both of the paintings are in excellent condition and have been well cared for, said Mary Robinson, museum director.
The generosity continues with gifts from Doris Littrell of Oklahoma City. She recently donated 34 limited addition Jerome Tiger prints to the museum. All of the prints are matted and framed; ready to be shown.
Plans are in process for an upcoming exhibition of the newly acquired art. The Five Civilized Tribes Museum has one of the largest collections of Jerome Tiger’s art and the new acquisition will add to the magnitude of the exhibition, Robinson said. Acee Blue Eagle’s artwork also will be part of this exhibit.
The Five Civilized Tribes Museum is continually changing with new history exhibits.
The art gallery is home to one of the finest art collections in the area, Robinson said.
Museum hours are: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is: $3, adults; seniors (65 and older), $2; students, $1.50; and children 5 and under, free.
Group rates and guided tours are available and the museum is handicap accessible.
Information: 683-1701 or www.fivetribes.org.
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