Drylands

DRYLANDS is a structure inspired by the water reservoirs visible in the desert. It comprises a framework built from local tree trunks, through which the public enters a small, enclosed space (the reservoir). Inside, a projection takes the viewer to the arid, sacred mountains of the Fort Mojave Native American tribe in the state of Nevada (USA).

In 1906, the indigenous Native American community of the white-ruled Fort Mojave region was excluded from most of the infrastructure put in place by the settlers. In order to defend their culture and have their existence recognized, the members of the community decided to copy Western customs and create their own band. They then took over existing songs to gradually develop a repertoire inspired by their culture.