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Grounded in Clay
Grounded in Clay at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

OCT 19, 2024 – JAN 12, 2025

SAR and the Vilcek Foundation invite you to come hear the stories of Pueblo people embodied in pottery in this groundbreaking exhibition.
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We support leading-edge research and study in anthropology and related disciplines in order to foster a better understanding of humankind and the critical problems we face.


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We steward one of the most important collections of Southwest Native American art and guide museums around the world on best practices in collaborating with source communities.


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We offer symposia, salons, classes and field trips that give you a unique opportunity to meet and learn from our scholars and artists. Find out how you can get involved with our diverse, dynamic community.

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