Curator Notes

Curator notes are short, interpretive texts written by a museum’s curator to help visitors better understand an exhibition or collection. They provide context about the artist, themes, and key works on display, highlighting why the exhibition matters and what to look for. More than labels, curator notes act as a guide—connecting the objects in the gallery to larger stories, ideas, and cultural significance—while offering the curator’s unique perspective and expertise.

Curator’s Notes: Echoes of the River: Contemporary Visions of the Ohio

The Ohio River has long been more than a body of water—it’s been a source of livelihood, culture, and inspiration. In Echoes of the River: Contemporary Visions of the Ohio, artist Mariah Jennings reimagines this historic waterway through a series of paintings, sculptures, and sound installations that explore how the river continues to shape identity and community across Southern Ohio.

Charlotte Gordon

Sep 211 min read