Afróntalo (2023)
A comprehensive consideration of Afrolatine history, cultures, identity, and resistance, with a focus on Mexico and California. Sections curated by CSUSB student vy Zermeno, and representatives from four Afromexican communities, and exhibition designed by CSUSB student Alessandro Corsaro. Project development by Dr. Arianna Huhn.
INTO LIGHT California (2022)
Portraits and narratives recalling the lives of California residents who died of drug overdose or drug poisoning, prepared in collaboration with national non-profit INTO LIGHT, the CSUSB College of Education MS in Counseling program, and the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health. Co-curated by Dr. Lorraine Hedtke and Dr. Arianna Huhn.
Student Showcase (2021)
A series of small exhibits prepared by CSUSB students through coursework, internships, or employment with the museum.
Lost and Found (2019)
Photographs submitted by CSUSB faculty, staff, and students to explore the journeys taken when studying abroad. Prepared by CSUSB students -- Curators: Daniel Zepeda, Matthew Lowry, Giovanna de Souza; Fabrication: Kaylah Borrowman, Andrea Simpson, Julie Vidaurri; Communications Manager: Kaytlin Taylor Howard; Graphic Design: Wendy Fierro; Logistical Support: Alcira Mendoza; Faculty supervisor: Dr. Arianna Huhn.
small as a GIANT (2019)
A statewide photography project and exhibition to expose, end, and rectify California's long-term prison sentencing of children. The CSUSB Anthropology Museum was the first venue for this traveling exhibition on its statewide tour. Guest curated by Ise Lyfe.
In|Dignity (2018)
In light of recent events, including historic achievements in the advance of civil liberties, coupled with reminders that inequalities and injustices persist, In|Dignity brings our community together to share personal stories of hurt, frustration, revelation, and hope. Co-curated by Dr. Arianna Huhn and Dr. Annika Anderson (2018).
Crafting Lives in the Americas (2017)
In this exhibition, we explore material products of women’s crafting from the American Southwest and Mesoamerica, focusing on clay figurines, clay pottery, and woven textiles. Guest curated by Dr. Guy David Hepp (lead curator), Ana Yesenia Mendoza Sanchez, Dr. Russell Barber, and Dr. Frannie Berdan.
Re|Collect: Memories of Childhood (2016)
Telling stories about our lives is a formative act. Through storytelling we not only share information about ourselves, but we fashion our identity. Please visit our Re|Collect Gallery, Junior Curators, and Media Coverage for more information regarding this exhibit. Curated by Dr. Arianna Huhn.
Silver and Silk: Diversity and Resilience among China’s Ethnic Minorities (2015).
A celebration of the joy, resilience, and diversity of China’s ethnic minority populations through images, dress, and daily life items. Guest curated by William Pink.
Voodoo: Ritual + Healing (2014)
An exploration of Afro-Caribbean religions and their ritual objects. Guest curated by D. Paul Sweeney.
Abundant Harvest (2013)
The traditional material culture of Native American tribes in interior Southern California. Guest curated by Dr. Thomas Long.
Beads (2012)
The history and archaeology of beads around the world, including technology, economics, and social context. Curated by Dr. Russell Barber.
Steps Through Time (2011)
An Exploration of the Development of the Modern Human Anatomy. Guest Curated by Dr. Wesley Niewoehner.
Enduring Change (2010)
An exhibit of some of the Southwestern items in the Ellins collection. Co-Curated by Dr. Russell Barber and Perry Kroh.
The Ottoman Worldview (2009)
An exhibit of rare Ottoman maps from Turkey. Guest Curated by staff of Bahcesehir University, Istanbul.
Handwriting (2008)
An exhibit exploring diverse aspects of handwriting, ranging from origins to various systems to handwriting forensics. Curated by Dr. Russell Barber.
Celebrations of Death (2005)
A review of mortuary practices and rituals around the world. Curated by Dr. Russell Barber.
Before Cal State (2002)
A twelve-thousand-year treatment of the human use of the locale where CSUSB is now located. Curated by Dr. Russell Barber.