Holmes Museum to present video Holmes Museum to present video

The Holmes Museum will present the video "The Lives of Our Ancestors: An Asmat Bisj Ceremony" from 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, on the lower level of Ablah Library. Admission is free. This video was filmed by WSU graduate student Troy Belford and museum director Jerry Martin, during their 2007 expedition to the Asmat of New Guinea Island.

The WSU team was fortunate to witness and videotape some of the preparations and climax of a Bisj ceremony. During this spectacle, large intricately carved Bisj poles are displayed to villagers and their owners proclaim their feats as warriors and headhunters.

Martin will introduce the video and answer questions following the viewing. A reception with refreshments will follow.