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» EXHIBITS « FORTUNA: ROSITA RELÁMPAGO
Through June 16 at Amplify Arts, 1804 Vinton St. Relámpago is a multi-disciplinary artist based
in Oaxaca, Mexico, who will use the gallery as her studio, exhibition space, and a vehicle to collaborate with area artists. Her time in the city will culminate in an exhibition that examines mutuality and interrelation as praxis, opening at 6 p.m. June 10. 402.996.1092. –amplifyarts.org
AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY THROUGH STREET SIGNS
Through June 25 at The Great Plains Black History Museum, 2221 N. 24th St. This exhibit will
focus on all the streets in Omaha that have been named after African Americans. The event also features QRC codes placed on the signs throughout Omaha. Advanced reservation required. 1-5 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 402.932.7077. –gpblackhistorymuseum.org
NEBRASKA: FLATWATER
Through June 26 at Gallery 1516, 1516 Leavenworth St. This is an immersive video installation
that will explore the natural beauty of the state throughout the four seasons. Admission: Free. Open by appointment only. 531-375-6643 –gallery1516.org
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EN LINEA/IN LINE
Through June 30 at El Museo Latino, 4701 S. 25th St. The photographs in this series focus on
twisted identities and the scar of the border. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Advanced timed tickets required. Admission applies. 402.731.1137 –elmuseolatino.org
FULL BLOOM
Through June at Modern Arts Midtown, 3615 Dodge St. This exhibition features ceramics and
paintings, with new works by more than eight artists. Viewings available by appointment, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 402-502-8737. —modernartsmidtown.com
NELSON MANDELA
Through July 3 at Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St. Th is exhibition takes visitors on a personal
journey through the life of the world’s most iconic freedom fighter and political leader. Admission applies. Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, Closed Mondays. 402.444.5071. —durhammuseum.org
LYDIA CHESHEWALLA: BODY SPEAKING TO BODY
Through July 16 at The Union for Contemporary Art, 2423 N. 24th St. Cheshewalla is an Osage
woman and transdisciplinary artist from Oklahoma, living and working in motion throughout the ecological landscape. 402.933.3161 –u-ca.org
PARADISE ON EARTH
Through August 20 at El Museo Latino, 4701 S. 25th St. Marcel Mouly’s paintings depict col-
orful open fields, landscapes of countrysides and exotic locations he visited during his many travels. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Advanced timed tickets required: Admission applies. 402.731.1137 –elmuseolatino.org
NAMASTE INDIA
Through Sept. 4 at Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S. 20th St. Visitors will experience the won-
ders of India in this cultural exhibit. Admission applies. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 402.342.6164. –ocm.org
MAYA DUNIETZ: ROOT OF TWO
Through Sept. 18 at Bemis Center, 724 S. 12th St. This solo exhibition by Maya Dunietz
engages the physicality of sound through a series of installations that become an ensemble. Admission: free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. 402.341.7130. –bemiscenter.org
EARTH ELEMENTS
May 31-June 27 at Artist Co-Op, 405 S. 11th St. Duane Adams creates mostly polychromed
earthenware pieces, both wheel thrown and hand built techniques. Artwork and furniture crafted by Kevin McClay are made from salvaged wood. Opening reception June 3. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday. Admission: free. 402.342.9617. —artistscoopomaha.com
KNOWING HOME
June 3-26 at Hot Shops, 1301 Nicholas St.
Michelle Daisley Moffitt and Dar VandeVoort explore the thought of “Home” in this visual exhibit. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission: free. 402.342.6452 –hotshopsartcenter.org
CARNE Y ARENA (VIRTUALLY PRESENT, PHYSICALLY INVISIBLE)
Starting June 9 at K ANEKO, 1111 Jones St.
Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Academy Award®-winning virtual reality experience explores the human condition of immigrants and refugees. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. Admission: free. 402.341.3800. –thekaneko.org
SUMMER SHOWCASE
June 10-19 at Split Gallery, 5261 Leavenworth St. Landlock is hosting this collection of work,
featuring 40 area artists. Opening reception 6-9 p.m. June 10. Gallery hours 11a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Admission: free. 402.415.7095. –landlock.gallery
