Tvlse Studios is proud to announce the unveiling of a new exhibit at the Tulsa International Airport Arts and Culture Program, celebrating the rich heritage, culture, and creativity of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Curated by Carly Treece of Tvlse Studios, this exhibit is a testament to the enduring spirit and cultural legacy of the Muscogee people.

The exhibit, displayed across four themed cases, offers travelers a look at Muscogee history, culture and artistry:

  • Display Case 1: Culture Honoring the roots of the Muscogee Nation, this case features historical maps, books, and artifacts that shed light on the Nation’s rich history and traditions.
  • Display Case 2: Connection Highlighting the ties between past and present, this case showcases personal heirlooms, including beadwork, a cookbook, and hymnals passed down through generations, along with traditional items such as stickball sticks from John Brown and shell shakers from Jamie Bennett.
  • Display Case 3: Continuous Celebrating the unbroken thread of Muscogee creativity, this case includes textiles, moccasins, and other cultural artifacts that represent the enduring artistic textile traditions of the Nation.  Featuring textiles by Jamie Bennett of Mvskoke Threads and a display of the Fife Collection.
  • Display Case 4: Contemporary Showcasing modern Muscogee artistry, this case features works by notable artists, including a signed poster from Sterlin Harjo’s film This May Be the Last Time, Joy Harjo books and cd, a Dana Tiger print, a Carly Treece print, works from Shelley Patrick, a gorget from Amanda Rutland, a Kalyn Fay cd and an homage to Joan Hill.

This exhibit is an opportunity to honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.  We are excited to share these stories and works of art with the diverse audience traveling through the Tulsa International Airport.

Carly Treece, a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and of Cherokee ancestry, is a multidisciplinary artist and curator based on the Muscogee Reservation in Tulsa, OK. Her work, which often combines oil and cold wax mediums, reflects her emotional and spiritual connection to the land. Carly is also an advocate for land and body sovereignty, themes she intertwines throughout her art and curatorial projects. She has curated numerous exhibits in Tulsa and Santa Fe, amplifying Indigenous voices and showcasing both established and emerging Native artists.

Tvlse Studios extends a special mvto (thank you) to the artists, contributors, and the Tulsa International Airport Arts and Culture Program for their dedication to making this exhibit possible. Additional gratitude goes to Midge Dellinger, Oral Historian for Muscogee Nations Historic and Cultural Department-for her contributions to the historical aspect, John Brown and Britteny Cuevas-Brown for their contributions of stickball sticks, Jamie Bennett and Shelley Patrick for their contribution in installation, and all those who contributed their time, stories, and cherished items to bring this exhibit to life.

Travelers can view the exhibit throughout the Tulsa International Airport and access additional stories and information via QR codes displayed with each case. You can also get a visitors pass to view the exhibit.  It will be on exhibit from January 22nd, 2025, through January 22nd, 2026, and can be viewed here https://www.tvlsestudios.com/publicart

About Tvlse Studios

Tvlse Studios, owned and operated by Carly Treece, a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, is dedicated to promoting Indigenous art and stories. Based on the Muscogee Reservation in Tulsa, OK, Tvlse Studios fosters an inclusive and supportive art community, amplifying the voices of Indigenous artists and celebrating the rich traditions and modern innovations of Native creatives.