A Guitar, A Heritage, A Legacy: OSU history professor publishes book, co-curates Bob Dylan Center exhibition about Jesse Ed Davis
After years of research, writing and collaboration, Oklahoma State University Department of History professor Douglas Miller finally saw the fruits of his labor unveiled this fall with the publication of his latest book, “Washita Love Child: The Rise of Indigenous Rock Star Jesse Ed Davis” and the opening of the “Jesse Ed Davis: Natural Anthem” exhibition at The Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa. Both Miller’s book and his exhibition — which he co-curated with U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo — celebrate guitarist Jesse Ed Davis, an Oklahoma native and Indigenous musician whose work shaped the sound of a generation.
