Kent Monkman: History Is Painted by the Victors

Kent Monkman: History is Painted by the Victors is the first major U.S. retrospective of the Cree artist, known for his bold, large-scale paintings that reframe colonial history through Indigenous perspectives. Combining satire, beauty, and historical critique, the exhibition challenges traditional museum narratives and asks viewers to reconsider whose stories are being told. Monkman’s work invites deep reflection on representation, trauma, and the power of visual storytelling.