ASL Tour: Hopi Kachina Dolls

Visitors from the D/deaf community are invited to explore Hopi Kachina Dolls: Blessings for a Balanced World . Kachina dolls ( tithu ) represent Katsinam, spirits who bring much-needed moisture and keep the world in balance for the Hopi, an Indigenous tribe in arid northeastern Arizona. Carved from cottonwood and distinctively painted, the dolls are treasured gifts from the Katsinam, given primarily to Hopi girls and women. Understand the significance of kachina dolls, and discover how Hopi women artists have sustained their communities by producing Katsinam-inspired baskets, jewelry, and ceramics. This tour is designed for the d/Deaf community in ASL only, without voice interpretation. If you are an ASL student, email access@brooklynmuseum.org for more information about ASL student tours for those at level 3 or above. Free; registration is required. Questions or need assistance registering? Contact us at access@brooklynmuseum.org .