Genesis by Ariana Gonzales at the Center for Colorado Women’s History
Make sure to stop by the Center for Colorado Women’s History Museum (CCWH) to check out Athena Project artist Ariana “Nani” Gonzales’ new art installation – Genesis! Commissioned by CCWH and curated by Athena Project, Genesis tells the story of human experience through her adornments.
Ariana “Nani” Gonzales is a queer, Hispanic designer born and raised in Colorado. She graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2021 earning a BA in History and a minor in Industrial Design. Ariana draws inspiration from the work of surrealist artists, and historical and religious references. She believes that art is the conversation of reality and desire. She uses symbolic references to bridge the divisions of the world, hoping to bring people together with shared experiences.
Don’t miss Genesis as part of the Center for Colorado Women’s History’s Ms. Destiny – on display from April 4th, 2025 to March 29th, 2026!
Genesis - Ariana "Nani" Gonzales
About Ms. Destiny
- Opening April 4, 2025
- Closing March 29, 2026 (subject to change)
What would you do to control your own destiny?
Throughout history Colorado women have forged opportunity out of scarcity as they created lives they desired. The Center for Colorado Women’s History newest exhibition Ms. Destiny highlights the stories of seven unique and resilient Colorado women who took fate into their hands, overcame barriers, and defined their realities.
Through the lenses of relationship, financial access and occupation, and presentation, Ms. Destiny explores the self-determination and tenacity of women in the Centennial State.
Visitors can experience Ms. Destiny with purchase of a General Admission ticket to the museum.
Ariana “Nani” Gonzales is a queer, Hispanic designer born and raised in Colorado. She graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2021 earning a BA in History and a minor in Industrial Design. Ariana draws inspiration from the work of surrealist artists, & historical and religious references. She believes that art is the conversation of reality and desire. She uses symbolic references to bridge the divisions of the world, hoping to bring people together with shared experiences.