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Events on Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Wednesday, July 29 @ 6:30 PM

6:30 PM

Presented by DW Art + Climate Partners

DiverseWorks’ new Art + Climate CONVERSATIONS highlights artists and creatives that are leading the way on addressing climate-related issues through their work. Hear the inaugural speaker, nationally renowned choreographer and body-based artist EMILY JOHNSON discuss her work as a land and water protector, and organizer for justice, sovereignty and well-being.

Of the Yu’pik Nation and based in Lenapehokin, Johnson is a recipient of a Bessie Award, the Doris Duke Artist Award, and Fellowships from Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, Forge Foundation, Braiding Seeds, United States Artists, and Guggenheim Foundation, among others.Read more