Museum of the City of New York to Open 'Halumii Ktapihna: Lenape Legacies and Futures' on September 25, 2026
On September 25, 2026, the Museum of the City of New York will unveil 'Halumii Ktapihna: Lenape Legacies and Futures,' a project created in collaboration with the Éenda-Lŭnaapeewáhkiing Collective. This exhibition showcases the work of more than 30 artists and features a variety of items, archival materials, videos, and interactive displays, categorized into 'The Lunáapeew Today,' 'Homelands,' and 'Creating the Future.' It explores themes such as land stewardship, language revitalization, and modern Lenape experiences, challenging perceptions of Indigenous design as mere historical artifacts. Additionally, Josh Tafoya will be honored at the 2026 National Design Awards for his contributions to Indigenous identity. Educational initiatives will connect students with Lenape culture, coinciding with the 400-year anniversary of New Amsterdam, fostering discussions on cultural narratives.
Key facts
- 'Halumii Ktapihna: Lenape Legacies and Futures' opens September 25, 2026, at the Museum of the City of New York.
- The exhibition was developed with the Éenda-Lŭnaapeewáhkiing Collective and community advisors.
- More than 30 artists are featured alongside objects, archival materials, videos, and interactive installations.
- The exhibition has three sections: 'The Lunáapeew Today,' 'Homelands,' and 'Creating the Future.'
- The land now known as New York City is part of the ancestral homeland of the Lenape/Lunáapeew.
- Josh Tafoya was recognized in the Fashion Design category at the 2026 National Design Awards at Cooper Hewitt.
- Educational programming will introduce students to contemporary Lenape voices and Lenape language and cultural history.
- New York marks 400 years since the founding of New Amsterdam.
Entities
Artists
- Josh Tafoya
Institutions
- Museum of the City of New York
- Éenda-Lŭnaapeewáhkiing Collective
- Cooper Hewitt
- National Design Awards
- New York Art Life
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- New Amsterdam
- New York