The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University has announced a national tour for the exhibition “it takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig.” This marks the largest institutional exhibition of Craig’s work. The tour will begin at Newcomb Art Museum of Tulane University in New Orleans, running from August 14, 2025, to January 16, 2026. The exhibition is expected to visit several other venues through 2027.
The tour is supported by Art Bridges, an organization that collaborates with museums nationwide to increase access to American art through traveling exhibitions and innovative programming.
Originally organized by The Block Museum of Art, the exhibition features seven monumental abstract paintings by Craig. Her work is known for its vibrant colors and intricate geometric compositions inspired by Indigenous visual traditions. Craig’s artistic practice draws from her study of museum collections and archives, engaging with traditional Indigenous media such as beadwork and pottery.
Lisa Corrin, Ellen Philips Katz Director of The Block Museum of Art, stated, “At Northwestern, this exhibition served as a powerful site for interdisciplinary dialogue—engaging students, faculty, and community members in conversations around Indigenous knowledge and artistic practices. We are honored to share it takes a long time to stay here with new audiences across the country and grateful to Art Bridges for supporting this opportunity to deepen understanding and connection through Jordan Ann Craig’s work.”
The Block Museum emphasizes its commitment to strengthening relationships with Native American and Indigenous communities. This commitment is reflected in their ongoing partnership with the Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR) and recent exhibitions highlighting Indigenous art.
The Newcomb Art Museum will also host public programs alongside the exhibition “Poetic Gaps: Opacity in the Photographic Imprint,” which features works from their collection along with those by artists active in New Orleans. Both exhibitions highlight Newcomb Art Museum’s dedication to recognizing women’s contributions in art and design.
Further details on additional venues for “it takes a long time to stay here” will be released soon.
