Presented as part of Ascending (July 2–August 30), these large-scale portraits by Scott Foster transform the exterior of the WaterFire Arts Center into a space for recognition, reflection, and learning.
Each portrait is connected to an individual story. Explore the people represented in the work, learn about their backgrounds and Nations, and discover more about the ongoing presence and cultural continuity of Indigenous communities across New England.
Select a portrait below to continue to the artist’s website and learn more:
The People
Honoring Those Who Came Before
Meet the tribal members represented in this project — their names, nations, and homelands.
NaDaizja River Moon Bolling
Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribe, Aquinnah, Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts
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