Now Showing: On Native Land
Presented by the Indigenous-led organization Native Made, the exhibit is an immersive showcase of Indigenous art reflecting the theme, “What does this land mean to you as an Indigenous person of Turtle Island?” Featuring artists from Nations across Turtle Island—also known as North America—this exhibit shares profound connections to the land, resilience, creativity, and cultural pride.
This exhibit invites visitors on a journey across Turtle Island, immersing them in Indigenous perspectives on culture, territory, and identity. It is both a celebration of Indigenous heritage and a call to honor our shared responsibility to Mother Earth, inspired by the legacy and enduring spirit of those who protect and nurture her. "On Native Land" is more than an art exhibit; it is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage with the beauty, strength, and cultural significance woven into each work of art.
Highlighting the Six Nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy—including the Seneca, Tuscarora, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, and Mohawk—as well as the Piscataway Nation, Cherokee Nation, Sac & Fox Nation, Navajo Nation, "On Native Land" brings to life the stories, traditions, and strength of Indigenous peoples coast to coast. It celebrates the enduring relationship between Indigenous communities and the land, while raising awareness of contemporary issues impacting Native communities today.
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Celebrating Rochester's Art at the City Hall Link Gallery
Established in 1981 by the New City Hall Citizens Committee, the Link Gallery provides a dynamic exhibition space for artists and craftspeople from the greater Rochester area. Featuring works from painters, printmakers, photographers, papermakers, and weavers, the gallery encourages local artists and groups from non-profits, institutions, and schools to showcase their creativity, bringing together the vibrant art and culture of our region.
With the understanding that Rochester is a city of and for the arts, the City of Rochester cherishes the visual arts, recognizing them as vital to our community’s education and culture.
The Link Gallery located on the first floor of City Hall at 30 Church St., is open to the public Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free, and the gallery is handicapped accessible.
RCSD X Link Gallery at City Hall
In partnership with the Rochester City School District, the City of Rochester proudly hosts a year-round exhibit space for student artwork on the ground floor of City Hall. This permanent gallery features annual showcases, including the winners of the district’s calendar competition, highlighting the creativity and talent of our young artists.