"Retreat of the Indian Frontier"

This program incorporates oral interviews with Comanche elders, focusing on the history and life of the Plains Indians of Texas during 19th century. Unique among object theaters, this exhibit gives visitors of the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum the impression of an elaborate artifact case shaped as a replica Comanche tipi. When lights inside the tipi dim, a buffalo hide is illuminated by a plasma screen and the program begins.

As the video editor, I researched and acquired footage from other sources to amplify the oral interviews. Pyramid Studio's executive producer acquired the photographs, paintings, and modern day stills. I chose all video clips and determined editing and effects.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• texas
• comanche elders
• native american
• first americans
• american indians