Momím Wené: Medicine Water tells a story of tribal relationships between the people and their waterways through the paintings, basketry, beadwork, and regalia of over 30 Native artists. Their work reflects the various tribal histories of California Indian Country, changing times, and lifeways. Arranged by the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, this exhibit began in central California and is now flowing to the home of the Ukiah Valley Pomo, where their regional voices will be added to the story.

Momím Wené: Medicine Water is a touring exhibition developed and curated by the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Exhibits & Collections Center. Presentation of Momím Wené at the Grace Hudson Museum was made possible by the generosity of Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, the Sun House Guild, and Grace Hudson Museum Members.

Image: Liwanwalli by Michelle Napoli

Exhibition Dates: Saturday, February, 14 to Sunday, May 10, 2026

Exhibition Programs:

Saturday, February 28, 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Opening Reception
Celebrate our latest exhibition. Enjoy meeting some of the artists featured and hear from the Shingle Spring Band of Miwok Indians Exhibits and Collections Center curatorial team.

Sunday, March 29, 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Fingerpainting with Shanti
Put on gloves and explore a combination of brush and finger painting along with Shanti Parks, whose work is included in the exhibition. Create your own mountain river masterpiece to take home! This program is open to ages 8 and up (children must be accompanied by adults). Call to reserve your spot.

Saturday, April 25, 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Closing Reception
Take a final look at Momím Wené: Medicine Water before it winds its way to its next location. At 6pm, gain insight into the importance of water as you hear from artists Malissa Tayaba, Sage LaPena, Robin Meely, and Meyokeeskow Marrufo in a panel presentation. They will talk about their artwork and water advocacy.