Curated by the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, this exhibit is located in the CSRM Entry Gallery, showcases original works alongside the cultural arts of Malissa Tayaba (Nisenan), Jeremy Peconom (Mt. Maidu), Shanti Parks (Mewuk), Carson Bates (Northern Sierra Miwok) and Petee Ramirez (California Valley Miwok Tribe).
Switching Tracks: Renewing the Old Routes
The exhibit grounds visitors on Nisenan territory, welcoming guests to consider the history of continuity maintained by regional tribal communities through the perpetuation of Central California Lifeways and Traditional Ecological Knowledge.
In additional works by regional artists are featured in the Great Hall of the Museum. Community stories inspired the artworks and consider the impact of the railroad on the California Native landscape and tribal communities.
