The series will launch with Breaking 100 Years of Silence, an art exhibition that promotes healing and remembrance by commemorating the 101st anniversary of the “Posey War,” which began on March 19, 1923. Through the work of Ute Elders, storytellers, artists, and musicians, the exhibit shares the enduring spirit and legacy of the Ute Mountain Ute people—bringing to light a century of silence surrounding this historic event.
The “Posey War” led to the weeks-long forcible internment of approximately 80 Ute men, women, and children in a barbed-wire enclosure in the streets of Blanding; the deaths of two Ute men; the loss of traditional Ute lands in the Bears Ears region; and the coerced enrollment of Ute children in federal boarding schools. 100 Years of Silence aims to amplify the Ute perspective, foster understanding, and offer space for healing through the lens of art and storytelling.
About the Semiquincentennial:
The semiquincentennial is a chance for everyone to feel a part of this major milestone in our nation. We can celebrate courage, liberty, and sacrifice, while also reckoning with difficult truths. By fostering a sense of belonging and coming together with our local communities, we can ensure that Utahns of all ages and backgrounds see themselves in American history.
Next up: Lowrider Culture in the American Southwest / Cultura Lowrider en el suroeste estadounidense: April 24th, 2026
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