Part of the reimagining of the de Young's Arts of Indigenous America galleries, this is the first in a series of exhibitions that highlights specific regions of Native California. This installation explores the interconnections between art, ceremony, and the land in the Karuk, Yurok, Hupa, Tolowa, and Wiyot communities of northwestern California. The exhibition presents…
September 5 ,2026 -January 31, 2027 Maidu Museum & Historic Site Programs Opening Reception: September 5th | 5-7pm Tour with Artist Joshua Frederick: October 17th | 2-3pm Painted Blessings Workshop: December 12th | 10am-1pm Mamāsaehkaw ("Movement") Fashion Show: January 31st | 5-7pm More info and register: roseville.ca.gov/museum
Join the American Indian Cultural District (AICD) for the opening reception and film screening of “Elevating Untold Stories & Native Resilience Through Art & Placekeeping in Yelamu,” marking the opening of the Mapping Genocide Exhibition at the San Francisco Public Library’s Koret Auditorium on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM. RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/j6pzhaks The…
Join Native American Health Center for our 2026 Powwow on September 12 in the Bay Area 📅 Drums. Dancing. Regalia. Community. Head Staff + Venue — Coming Soon 👀 Mark your calendars and tell your people. See you in the circle.
🔥✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨🔥 California Indian Nations College is proud to announce their 2026 FIRE Gala! Join CINC for an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising funds to remove barriers and build pathways to higher education for Native students and future generations. 🤎🎓 📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026 📍 The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa…
In celebration of the local American Indian cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its annual Moompetam American Indian Festival. You are invited to join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its twenty-second annual Moompetam American Indian Festival. Moompetam (pronounced \’mohm peh tahm), meaning “People of the Ocean,” is derived from the word for…
The Sacred Land Film Project, California Institute for Community, Art & Nature, and David Brower Center present a three-film series celebrating the 25th anniversary of "In the Light of Reverence" and featuring "Sugarcane" and "The Eternal Song." "Sugarcane" is screening on Wednesday September 16th. Overview "Immersive and incredibly beautiful, shot like poetry and scored by…
Join Agua Caliente Cultural Museum for Nights on the Oasis Trail on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy interpretive walks with Tribal Rangers, after-hours gallery viewing, bird singing, activities, light bites, giveaways and late-night museum store hours. Last entry at 8 p.m. 🎟️ $25 adult / $12 child 📍 140 N. Indian…
San Manuel Pow Wow is a three-day celebration free to the public and features Southern California traditional bird singers and dancers, as well as North American and Canadian dancers and drum singing groups. In addition, there is also vending from artisans representing Indian tribal nations from all across North America and Canada. Since its beginning…
"Inherent Sovereignty: Tribal Nations Fighting to Protect Our Land and Defend Our People" Join the 59th Annual California Native American Day at the California State Capital Building! Friday, September 25, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
For 30 years, the California Indian Museum and Cultural Center (CIMCC) has been a vital and unique resource advancing understanding of California Indian history, cultures, and contemporary leadership. On Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 5:00 pm, CIMCC will celebrate three decades of impact with an anniversary gala —an inspiring evening honoring Indigenous excellence, celebrating community,…
Message from Genevra Munoa: LIVE MUSIC ALERT! Hi San Diego! Im so excited to share that I am playing a show with @breakingsound at @theroxyencinitas on September 28! Tickets are LIVE and link is in my bio! The first 6 people to buy tickets this week will get a special merch item handmade by me!…
Don’t fall behind on your health—empower yourself to live a healthy, vibrant life at this year’s Native American Health & Wellness Conference. Experience delicious food, live cultural performances, and inspiring, hands-on sessions that will help you and your family on your wellness journey, all 100% free. Friday, Oct 2 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM…
CANOE DAY IN WIGI BAYThe organizing committee for the Canoes on Wigi (Humboldt Bay) invite all Native Americans across the Pacific Northwest to participate in this powerful and historical Indigenous cultural event on October 3, 2026.Hosted by Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples, this gathering is aiming to bring together at least 16 Indigenous Nations…
The countdown begins 🤍🤍🤍 Join this public & free event: Heart of Tataviam Pow Wow 📅 October 3–4, 2026 📍 Tochonanga (William S. Hart Park) • Newhall, CA
October 7-9 Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: bit.ly/CILA26
Indigenous Peoples' Day Symposium | 10.9.2026 9:30am-1:30pm | Cafeteria-Oceanside Campus | Hosted By: Zulema Díaz & Israel Pastrana | Funded by: Hatoff Grant Award and IDEA THE LINE-UP: Keynote Speaker: Amy Bowers Cordalis, Advocate for Indigenous rights and environmental restoration. Books Will Be Available the day of the event for signing! Marc Chávez (founder) Presentation…
A Journey of Indigenous Expression Step into a world where tradition meets innovation, and where stories are woven into every brushstroke, bead, and rhythm. The Native Arts Expo is a vibrant celebration of indigenous creativity like no other. 'October 16-17, 2026 Mendocino Art Center 45200 Little Lake Street Mendocino, CA 95460
Whether Meyo is working with digital art, regalia, or weaving, each creation begins with inspiration drawn from the world around me—the patterns in the land, the rhythm of our dances, the wisdom in our songs. This show offers a glimpse into her creative process. The digital drawings, which she calls fingerdoodles, incorporate basket patterns, traditional…
Mark your calendars for the 5th annual Redwood Coast Two-Spirit Conference October 17th, 2026! Join Two Feathers, The Wiyot Tribe, Blue Lake Rancheria and Queer Humboldt for a day of education, community, and nurturing Two-Spirit resurgence locally.
Auburn Big Time/ Powwow - Honoring Family and Children of Yesterday and Today SATURDAY OCTOBER 17TH 2026 | 10AM-9PM Gold Country Fairgrounds | 209 Fairgate, Auburn CA 95603 Native Artists / Food / Contest Dancing Event Information/Vendors - (530) 888-8767 Dancers & Drums - (599) 305-8817 www.sierranativealliance.com Sponsored by Placer Community Foundation & Partnership Healthplan…
The Sacred Land Film Project, California Institute for Community, Art & Nature, and David Brower Center present a three-film series celebrating the 25th anniversary of "In the Light of Reverence" and featuring "Sugarcane" and "The Eternal Song." "The Eternal Song" screening is on Monday October 26th. Overview "Bold, authentic, and timely." —Dr. Sekagya Yahaya Hills…
Big Pine Youth Powwow | November 7th, 2026
Indigenous storytelling gains visibility in film and television, writing by Indigenous authors is increasingly shaping how the American West is portrayed on screen. This panel explores the growing impact of Indigenous literature, culture, and perspectives on contemporary visual storytelling.
Save the Date: 28th Annual American Indian Studies Association (AISA) Conference at Sacramento State University. Feburary 3-6, 2027 Sacramento State Call for papers to follow. For more information, contact wnac@csus.edu.
🪶 SAVE THE DATE 🪶 16th Annual BAAITS Two-Spirit Powwow Saturday, February 6, 2027 Festival Pavilion @fortmasoncenter San Francisco Stay tuned for more information coming soon! Started with prayer in 1999, BAAITS exists to restore and recover the roles of Two-Spirit people within American Indian / Indigenous Peoples of the Americas / First Nations communities…
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