Showcasing feminism in people’s faces often makes them uncomfortable. Today on the Female Frequency Podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Heather Lunsford, a feminist curator navigating the intersection of art, activism, and community engagement in one of the most conservative states in America.
You want Heather on your team—she’s a curator who admits that most of the shows she curates might just get her fired! From her role as Director of Art in Public Places for Oklahoma to her current position as Director and Curator of the Nona Jean Hulsey Gallery at Oklahoma City University, Heather has taken on monumental challenges. One exhibition that intrigued me the most was Jessica’s installation, “Do They Make a Sound?”—an installation that features thousands of female forms alongside Trump quotes and survivors’ testimonies. This work pushes boundaries, confronting cultural tensions head-on while navigating the complexities of context.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
✨ Building Bridges: Why understanding and engaging with local art communities is essential before introducing transformative changes.
🎨 Accessible Art: Heather’s strategies for making exhibitions relatable, including a surprising approach to simplifying museum wall text.
🌸Fearless Advocacy: How Heather amplifies marginalized voices, advocates for women’s rights, and uses nuanced messaging to drive meaningful conversations.
Heather’s fearless commitment to representation and dialogue will leave you inspired to think bigger about art’s role in shaping society—especially in unexpected and challenging places.
Listen now to hear Heather’s bold vision and how she’s redefining the role of art in activism and community engagement.
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