Dignity Unveiled: Strength in Heritage

Standing tall against the vast Dakota sky, Dignity embodies the resilience, grace, and cultural legacy of Indigenous womanhood. Her arms, outstretched in quiet power, cradle a star-quilt—a symbol of warmth, protection, and community. The cool blues and silvers of her robe mirror the land and sky, connecting her spirit to generations past and future.

As part of Unveiled: The Faces of Womanhood, this sculpture represents not only a singular figure but the collective strength of women who carry tradition forward while standing firm in the present. She is an emblem of dignity, an unveiling of the stories etched in every line of her face, every fold of her garment, every piece of glass catching the light. Through her, we witness a womanhood rooted in endurance, wisdom, and an unbreakable bond to the earth.