Exploring Cecilia Vicuña’s The Dream of Water Exhibition at MOCA in Los Angeles
The Dream of Water: Quipu of Encounters Maricunga
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles is set to unveil Cecilia Vicuña's compelling exhibition titled The Dream of Water: Quipu of Encounters Maricunga. Running from November 15, 2026, through June 6, 2027, this exhibition marks a critical intersection of art, climate awareness, and indigenous culture, coinciding with the launch of the inaugural Eric and Wendy Schmidt Environment and Art Prize.
Vicuña, a Chilean artist, activist, and poet, draws on the quipu—a traditional Incan communication tool composed of colored threads tied in specific knots—to explore themes of connectivity and environmental crisis. In her reimagining of this ancient system, Vicuña addresses the mounting ecological threats faced by regions like Maricunga Salt Flats in the Atacama Desert.
The Quipu: A Symbol of Memory and Connection
The word quipu, which translates to
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