Leon Jett Memorial Lecture with Monica Rickert-Bolter

Join us for this year’s Leon Jett Memorial Lecture, honoring the legacy of Leon Jett, the Eiteljorg Museum’s public programs manager from 1999 to 2007. Leon’s passion for inclusive programming ensured that every visitor to the museum could see themselves reflected in its art, exhibitions, and events. This annual lecture continues his mission by spotlighting the often-overlooked stories of historical and contemporary African Americans in the West.

This year, we are thrilled to welcome Monica Rickert-Bolter, a Chicago-based visual artist, journalist, and advocate. Of Potawatomi, African American, and German heritage, Monica combines her diverse background and talents to create compelling artwork and narratives. Her creative work spans illustrating children’s books, writing about Native American issues, and producing impactful installations, including at the Field Museum and Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. As co-founder of the Center for Native Futures, Monica champions cultural representation and Indigenous artists.

Don’t miss this inspiring event as Monica shares her journey, her art, and her advocacy for cultural storytelling through multiple mediums.

Included with price of admission.