Rosy Simas unveils immersive Seneca installation at Walker Art Center
On February 12, 2026, the Walker Art Center unveiled A:gajë:gwah dësa’nigë:wë:nye:' (i hope it will stir your mind), marking the first of two significant installations by transdisciplinary artist Rosy Simas, who is a member of the Heron clan of the Seneca Nation of Indians. This piece is part of a residency commission spanning two years. Simas integrates choreography, sound, moving images, and object creation to delve into ancestral narratives within a modern context. The immersive work highlights Onëndowa’ga:’ (Seneca Nation) perspectives on community, family, and peace, encouraging viewers to engage in personal introspection, stemming from her exploration of Seneca cultural heritage.
Key facts
- Walker Art Center opened the installation on February 12, 2026
- Rosy Simas is a transdisciplinary artist of the Seneca Nation of Indians, Heron clan
- The work is the first of two major commissions during a two-year residency
- The title translates to 'i hope it will stir your mind'
- Simas's practice includes choreography, moving image, sound, and object-making
- The installation centers Seneca views on family, community, and peace
- Visitors are invited into a space of personal reflection
- The work is based on the artist's research into her ancestors' histories
Entities
Artists
- Rosy Simas
Institutions
- Walker Art Center
Locations
- Minneapolis
- United States