Native American Art History and Practices at The Met

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The Magical City: George Morrison’s New York
Courtesy of the Met

George Morrison, Native American, Grand Portage Chippewa, 1919–2000, Duluth Corner, 1942, Pen and ink on paper, 6 × 8 5/8 in. (15.2 × 21.9 cm)

This exhibition explores how Morrison’s aesthetic inspiration and future trajectory drew from his love of New York, which he called a “Magical City.” Featuring 25 of his most important paintings and drawings from this early period, the exhibition culminates in his Horizon series. It also features rare archival materials that place Morrison at the heart of the Abstract Expressionist movement in 1940s and 1950s New York.

Event Information
Start Date: July 17, 2025
End Date: May 31, 2026
City: New York, NY
Venue: The Met Fifth Avenue

The Magical City: George Morrison’s New York

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