Biography Book Club: Jaune Quick-to-See Smith

Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 11:00AM

Open to the public
No charge
Reservations required for each meeting.

Reservations are available for 2024-2025 programs for members on August 12 and for the public on August 19 for in-person attendance.

BIOGRAPHY BOOK CLUB

Each moderated small group will focus on the life of a prominent person. A suggested reading list of available books from the King Library will be distributed once registered. The book group requires attendees to read at least one of the suggested books and come ready to discuss.

Jaune Quick-to-see Smith is an American artist born in 1940. Renowned for her powerful paintings, prints, and mixed media works, Smith’s art confronts issues of identity, history, and social justice, offering profound insights into the Native American experience. Her work challenges stereotypes and highlights the resilience and cultural richness of Indigenous peoples, making her a significant figure in the modern art world.

Moderator: Dr. Rachel Schipper

Biography: Dr. Rachel Schipper, after 30 years in university administration, became the director of libraries at the Four Arts in 2014. She completed master’s degrees in Museum Studies and Library Science and holds an Ed.S. and Ph.D. in Computer Science. Rachel volunteers as a docent and enjoys mediating in County and Family court in her spare time.