New Exhibit at Indian Museum through October

Two pieces from the "Protection and Warmth" exhibit. On the left is a Wabanaki-style Elder's coat by Rhonda Besaw, made of wool and glass beads. On the right is a Montagnais Naskapi-style outfit by Chris Bullock; the jacket is hand-painted buffalo hide. — Two pieces from the “Protection and Warmth” exhibit. On the left is a Wabanaki-style Elder’s coat by Rhonda Besaw, made of wool and glass beads. On the right is a Montagnais Naskapi-style outfit by Chris Bullock; the jacket is hand-painted buffalo hide.

New Exhibit: Protection and Warmth in the Contemporary Art Gallery, August 1 through October 31.

Clothing keeps us warm and protects us from the elements. Explore the evolution of Native American clothing in New England from pre-contact times to the 21st century. Guest curated by Vera Longtoe Sheehan.

Opening reception on Saturday, August 1, from 1 to 3 PM.

Mount Kearsarge Indian Museum, 18 Highlawn Rd, Warner, 456-2600, IndianMuseum.org, Info@nullIndianMuseum.org.

Admission to the Art Gallery is always free.