George Clutesi (1905-1988) was a ci̓šaaʔatḥ (Tseshaht) artist, scholar/educator, activist, and relative.
The words that follow his name in the exhibition title describe him in the ci̓šaaʔatḥ language: ḥasǎ ḥʔap (keep, protective), ʔaapḥii (generous), ʕacik (talented), ̓ ḥaaʔaksuqƛ (strong willed), ʔiiḥmisʔap (treasure).
The exhibition features over 51 original and reproduction works by George Clutesi in the form of oil paintings, watercolours, linocut prints, and drawings.

This creative exploration of George Clutesi’s life through his art and scholarly work was made possible with the generous permission of members of the family of George Clutesi and was developed in collaboration with nuučaan̓ułʔatḥ cultural and language advisors. Institutional partners for the exhibition are the Alberni Valley Museum, The Bateman Foundation, the University of Victoria, and the Royal BC Museum. The collective of exhibition partners gratefully acknowledges funding support received from Heritage BC Legacy Fund, the Canadian Heritage Museums Assistance Program, and the Smyth Chair in Arts and Engagement at the University of Victoria.

This travelling exhibition is currently on view at the Bill Reid Gallery in Vancouver.