Wanapum Journey of Design and Fabrication: Continuance of Traditions Showcase

In a broad sweep, this showcase embraces all the stages in the life of a Wanapum.  A trail of moccasins from baby-size to elders unite these stages.  Age-old cultural traditions are united with contemporary traditions in a life that is uniquely Wanapum but also influenced by other cultures from the surrounding, modern world.  The background of the showcase are lined with tule mats, a unifying element from past to present.  The making of structures, clothes, moccasins, and tule mats both here and throughout the exhibit are a tribute to the dedication and hard work of each and every Wanapum of all generations and shows how their heart and soul has gone into, not only the ideas, and the words, but also into the physical reality. 

Tule Mats Applied and Bob tweaks electrical

Graphics Installed

Maltbie/ClickNetherfield team install showcases and glass

Simone Prepares the Moccasin Mounts

Supporting the Shape

Bianca Places Moccasin

Andreas Carefully Supports Artifact Prior to Placement

Successful Install

Bianca Touching Up

Specialized Lighting Effects: CPS Electronics Ltd

Artifact Mounts: In Support of Difficult Art and Artifacts

Showcase: Click Netherfield hinge system and glass; Formations Inc. fabricated and installed the showcase carcass.