This exhibit aims to educate viewers about depictions of Native Americans throughout American history. Early European artists like John White portrayed Native Americans realistically, but Theodore deBry altered White's drawings to appear more European and savage for European audiences. In the 18th-19th centuries, depictions became more negative, often showing Native women held hostage. Later artists like George Catlin documented Plains tribes but believed extinction was near. Popular culture in the 20th century marginalized Native Americans further. Today, sports mascots still use Native American imagery, despite criticism that it promotes inequality.