The Tang Museum at Skidmore College will open a new exhibition titled “500 Dams” on September 26, 2026. The show, located on the Saratoga Springs campus, follows a two‑decade ecological repair project and blends artistic work with scientific research.
“500 Dams” documents the long‑term effort to restore damaged ecosystems, using visual and multimedia pieces that illustrate the progress and challenges of the restoration work. By pairing artistic interpretation with data gathered over twenty years, the exhibition offers visitors a layered view of how natural habitats can be rehabilitated.
The exhibition’s purpose is to draw attention to ongoing environmental restoration initiatives. Organizers describe the display as a platform for “radical care,” a concept that merges ecological stewardship with creative practice. The museum’s curatorial team has assembled works that emphasize the relationship between human intervention and natural recovery, positioning the project within a broader dialogue about sustainability.
In addition to the artwork, the exhibition includes research findings that contextualize the repair work within current ecological science. Visitors will encounter displays that explain the methods used to assess habitat health, the engineering of dam structures, and the collaborative efforts of scientists, artists, and community members.
The opening of “500 Dams” adds to Skidmore College’s reputation for interdisciplinary programming that bridges the arts and environmental studies. By showcasing the intersection of creative expression and ecological science, the exhibition seeks to inspire further engagement with restoration projects both locally and beyond.
The Tang Museum invites the public to experience the exhibition beginning September 26, offering a view into how art can document and amplify the impact of long‑term environmental repair.