The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
Alisa Nordholt-Dean has a diverse work experience in the museum and education industry. Alisa began their career at Mesa Verde National Park as a Museum Technician, where they collaborated on a storage upgrade project for artifacts and archives. Alisa also improved database systems for artifacts and archives.
Later, Alisa joined The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, where they held various roles, including Resource Center Coordinator, Arts Programming Coordinator, Public Programs Coordinator, Public Programs Manager, Director of Public Programs, Beeler Family Director of Education and Public Programs, and currently as the Vice President for Public Programs and Beeler Family Director of Education.
Throughout their tenure at The Eiteljorg Museum, Alisa collaborated with teams to develop and implement mission-relevant educational programming for various audiences, including families, adults, and school groups. Alisa also formed collaborative partnerships to reach new and under-served audiences. Additionally, they designed and executed ongoing activities, annual programs, and community and educational outreach initiatives. Alisa also played a key role in creating educational materials for programs such as Artist in Residence and Museum to Classrooms.
Alisa's work experience showcases their expertise in developing engaging educational programs, managing collaborative partnerships, and contributing to the overall success of cultural institutions.
Alisa Nordholt-Dean earned a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Museum Studies, and Psychology from Indiana University Indianapolis between 1999 and 2005.
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The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art was founded by Indianapolis businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg. Its mission—to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the art, history and cultures of the American West and the indigenous peoples of North America. The museum executes this charge in exciting and often surprising ways. The Eiteljorg collects and preserves high-quality Western art and Native American art and cultural objects. Its collection includes artists such as T.C. Cannon, N. C. Wyeth, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, Allan Houser, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Kay WalkingStick. The institution’s contemporary Native art collection has been ranked among the world’s best. The Eiteljorg also prides itself on offering engaging exhibitions. Special exhibitions at the Eiteljorg have covered diverse subjects, including the artistry and histories of pistols and motorcycles; the intersecting experiences of African- and Native Americans; Jewish life in the West; and the work of iconic artists Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe. The museum allows guests to further immerse themselves in Western and Native cultures through dynamic programs, cultural exchanges and events. The Eiteljorg has explored LGBT representation in Western film; celebrated women in the West and hosts a variety of Western and Native artists in residence each year. The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest, and one of only two museums east of the Mississippi that explore both Native America and the American West. Renowned programs such as the Indian Market and Festival, Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship and the Quest for the West® Art Show and Sale have helped the museum cultivate a national reputation as a premier cultural institution