Clara M. Lovett Museum Opens Drawn Together Exhibit
The exhibit pairs works by Hozhoni Foundation clients with pieces by professional artists in Flagstaff.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Painting
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The Clara M. Lovett Art Museum at Northern Arizona University is showcasing the Drawn Together exhibition inside the historic Old Main building. The collection highlights art from Hozhoni Foundation clients alongside works by various professional creators.
Why it matters
This exhibit aims to broaden the definition of fine art while fostering connections between local artists, students, and residents who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. It serves as a bridge between established professionals and artists from the community.
The exhibition, curated by Christopher Taylor, features a 15-year history of collaboration between the foundation and the art community. The display remains open to the public through December 5, 2026.
The players
Clara M. Lovett Art Museum
Located at Northern Arizona University, this institution serves as a center for academic and community art engagement.
Hozhoni Foundation
This organization supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across northern Arizona through vocational and creative programming.
Christopher Taylor
He is the curator who organized the exhibition and has engaged with these artists for over a decade.
The details
The exhibition pairs artworks based on shared themes and stylistic approaches to emphasize artistic commonality. Visitors can participate in a community drawing experience called Make Your Mark to contribute their own creations to the display.
Timeline
Christopher Taylor first observed Hozhoni artists' work in 2009.
The Make Your Mark community drawing experience occurs November 6, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m.
The Drawn Together exhibit closes December 5, 2026.
Culture Shift
The Drawn Together exhibition reflects the growing trend of the inclusive arts integration movement for individuals with developmental disabilities. This project marks a departure from traditional gallery curation by positioning foundation artists as peers to professional counterparts.
Residents in Flagstaff can actively contribute to the display by creating art during the scheduled community session. The exhibit offers an accessible way to engage with the creative output of the Hozhoni Foundation in an academic setting.
The takeaway
The exhibit illustrates that artistic talent transcends traditional diagnostic and professional boundaries. Residents are encouraged to visit Old Main before the December deadline to view the collaborative works and participate in the interactive sessions.
What happens next
The museum will host the Make Your Mark community drawing experience on November 6, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., followed by the exhibition's final day on December 5, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local visual arts events in our Painting section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Arizona Daily Sun.
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