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Art aficionados, “Star Wars” fans and even a few cosplayers have enjoyed visiting “The Return of the Force,” an exhibition at The Gallery at TCA inside Tempe Center for the Arts, since January.
But its run is coming to an end; the last day to see it is Saturday, May 17.
“The Return of the Force” “highlights the creative influences of ‘Star Wars’ on contemporary Native artists and explores the resonance of these iconic stories and characters within Indigenous communities,” according to the gallery statement. It includes works by more than 20 Indigenous artists.
Here’s a look back at the opening reception, which TCA hosted on Jan. 24.
“The Return of the Force” is free to visit. Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
The Gallery at TCA was bustling on Jan. 24.
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Crossing lightsabers with Darth Vader.
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A number of cosplayers were in attendance.
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Handmade “Star Wars” figurines.
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An R2-D2 adorned with Hopi pottery designs welcomes guests.
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Maybe he’s not such a bad guy after all.
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The event was a good time for all.
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There were a number of books related to the exhibition available to flip through.
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“Hey, that’s me!”
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*beep-boop noises*
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Visitors of all ages enjoyed the exhibit.
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Hand-carved helmets in “The Return of the Force.”
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We loved these “Star Wars”-themed skirts.
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Watch out for Kylo Ren.
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Strike a pose.
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Yoda wears turquoise jewelry on one wall of “The Return of the Force.”
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In one painting in the exhibition, Indigenous women care for Yoda in a cradleboard
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Examining the work in “The Return of the Force.”
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Making new friends at Tempe Center for the Arts.
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