A note about parking: The Gregg Museum has limited parking. Carpooling or walking is strongly encouraged. Please view available parking options here as you prepare for your visit to the museum:
https://gregg.arts.ncsu.edu/about/visit/planning-your-visit/
Friday, June 5, 2026
3-4:30 p.m.
Gregg Museum Main Lobby
Join the Gregg Museum of Art & Design for an illuminating discussion with contemporary artist, Aaron Baumgardner. In conjunction with the exhibition Stories Told by Breath: Native American Voices in North Carolina, Baumgardner will offer insights into the themes and techniques that define his work. As a Catawba artist with a background in ecology, Baumgardner’s work preserves ancestral pottery and revitalizes basketry traditions, ensuring they thrive for future generations. Through traditional arts, he explores the interconnectedness of the land, culture, and history, honoring the resilience of the Catawba people. The presentation will conclude with a Q&A session, inviting attendees to engage directly with the artist about his creative practices. After the presentation, attendees are encouraged to explore the current exhibitions, and connect further with Baumgardner.
