A roundtable discussion hosted by Contemporary Art Research Collaborative, Department of Art & Art Professions at NYU Steinhardt, and Experimental Humanities + Social Engagement at NYU GSAS.

This exhibition and short film, debuting at the Florida Museum of Natural History, tells the story of today’s environmental emergency through the figure of the orca. Native communities coast to coast enjoin us all to protect, restore, and pass on to future generations a respect for each other, the sacred waters, and all our relations.

How can scientists better amplify their voices in today’s fractured public sphere? This discussion panel will convene a group of eminent scientific researchers who have also stepped into the public limelight around issues of critical contemporary importance.

This discussion panel will feature a group of museum professionals and activists who have helped move the sector in significant new directions by stressing the responsibility of museums to their publics in the broadest possible sense.