Stories in Stone: Sculptor Jason Quigno Brings Indigenous Art to MSU’s Multicultural Center

In 2025, MSU’s Multicultural Center opened its doors after years of student advocacy. This space that promotes curiosity about our collective histories is one of the largest of its kind in the nation, and called for equally substantial public art to welcome students.

That same intention behind the center’s creation led to Anishinaabe artist Jason Quigno, who preserves his people’s histories in thousand-pound blocks of stone through a practice that uniquely blends the contemporary and traditional.

MSU is home to a diverse community, so when determining what public art is added to the collection, careful consideration is given to artists’ backgrounds and the themes they explore. Through his work, Jason hopes to give Indigenous students a sense of belonging, create a calming and welcoming presence for all, and remind us of the beauty in a community made up of many histories and perspectives.