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Future Imaginaries: Indigenous Art, Fashion, Technology

The Autry Museum of the American West 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles

September 7, 2024 – June 21, 2026 Samuel & Minna Grodin Gallery About the Exhibition Future Imaginaries explores the rise of Futurism in contemporary Indigenous art as a means of enduring colonial trauma, creating alternative futures and advocating for Indigenous technologies in a more inclusive present and sustainable future. Over 50 artworks are on display, some…

2024 California Native Creations Art Show

Finley Community Center 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa

The art show will again be hosted by the City of Santa Rosa, and held in the beautiful Person Senior Wing of the Finley Community Center in Santa Rosa. ​ Show opens to the public on Sept. 16  – Thursday, Nov. 21. Reception:  Friday, October 4,  from 5p.m. – 7p.m. Tri-County Pomo Dancers will join the event. Show…

Antíkoni by Beth Piatote

The Autry - Southwest Campus 234 Museum Dr, Los Angeles

Opening: November 8, 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays: 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: 2 p.m. Student Matinees: November 15 and 22, 11 a.m. For the museums's 30th anniversary season Native Voices is producing the World Premiere of Beth Piatote’s Antíkoni at the historic Southwest Campus of the Autry, formerly known as the Southwest Museum of the American Indian. Staged in a…

Born of the Bear Dance: Dugan Aguilar’s Photographs of Native California

Oakland Museum of California 1000 Oak Street, Oakland

Experience the diverse voices of California’s Indigenous peoples as they shape the present and future through the lens of celebrated Indigenous photographer Dugan Aguilar. OMCA’s latest exhibition, Born of the Bear Dance: Dugan Aguilar’s Photographs of Native California offers guests a first look at a significant collection that highlights Indigenous endurance and explores the vivid tapestry of contemporary Indigenous California life. Aguilar’s…

Free – $19

Connected Landscapes: Save the Date!

Save the Date! NALC is preparing a week of events leading up to Connected Landscapes, a festival to celebrate Native cultures, storytelling, and all things outdoors with our friends, @joshuatreefriends! Keep an eye on their socials for the full list of events coming soon! If you’re interested in vending (priority given to Native artists and…

Connected Landscapes

Twentynine Palms Twentynine Palms

In collaboration with Friends of Joshua Tree, the Native American Land Conservancy will be offering special programming in support of Connected Landscapes! Guided hikes within local NALC preserves throughout the preceding week Cultural Speakers and Workshops NALC’s E’Sulenem Pop-Up Film Festival, highlighting Indigenous stories throughout California and beyond ​​Join the organization for this special event,…

Ongoing

Reclaiming El Camino: Native Resistance in the Missions and Beyond

The Autry Museum of the American West 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles

Reclaiming the Camino aims to educate Los Angeles and its visitors about the potency of Native life and the rich history of activism in the California borderlands region. This exhibition repositions (and reclaims) the El Camino Real as the ancient and well-worn trade route for Native people long before the establishment of the Franciscan Missions…

Maakon Yomi: Our Homelands of the Coast Miwok

Bartolini Gallery 10 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael

Exhibition Dates: * October 6, 2024 – January 23, 2025 On view at the Bartolini Gallery from October 6, 2024-January 23, 2025, this exhibit will feature artworks by contemporary Indigenous artists including Gloria Armstrong, Joseph Byron, Henry Frank, Silver Galleto, Nicole Jones, Meyo Marrufo, Robin Meely, Michelle Napoli, Nancy Napolitan, Jacquelyn Ross, Yana Ross, Kathleen Smith, Eric Wilder,…

Spirit of the Tribes 5K

The 19th Annual Spirit of the Tribes 5K November 16, 2024 UC Riverside, Rivera Lawn The Annual Spirit of the Tribes 5K is hosted by Native American Student Programs office of the University of California Riverside and honors the Native American spirit and culture with a Saturday morning full of fun and exercise for students,…

Kewet Native American Learning Day & Market

Palm Springs High School 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs

Join the organization from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 16, 2024 at Palm Springs High School for the annual Kewet: Native American Learning Day & Market. All are welcome to this family friendly free event! Register at: http://aguacaliente.org/kewet

Dragonfly Language Conference

California State University, San Berdardino, Palm Desert Campus 37500 Cook St, Palm Desert

JOIN THE CENTER: 10 am-4 pm, California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus, 37500 Cook St., Palm Desert, CA 92211. FREE. WHAT’S HAPPENING: This is not so much a “conference” but instead a CALL TO ACTION. You’re invited to join a gathering of Elders and a new generation of Native language speakers and teachers. Discuss…

First Annual HMOC & Redboy Productions Powwow

Heritage Museum of Orange County 3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana

First Annual HMOC & Redboy Productions Powwow Where: 3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704 When: Saturday, November 16th, 2024 Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Grand Entry at Noon, Authentic Dance & Song Performances, Frybead & Indian Tacos, Arts & Crafts, Information & Vendor Booths. Contact: Lupe (714) 591-7080 redboynative@gmail.com

Basket Weaving Demonstration Day

California State Indian Museum 2618 K St., Sacramento

Let’s take a moment to appreciate Dixie Rogers, a Karuk basket weaver and cultural practitioner from the Klamath region. Her passion for her art was passed down through generations of her family, many of whom were accomplished weavers. Dixie works with traditional native plants for her weaving, and gathers her materials at the ancestral sites…

American Indian Educational Film Series: RUMBLE – The Indians Who Rocked the World

Dell'Arte International 131 H St, Blue Lake

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Dell’Arte International is hosting a series of films and documentaries made by Indigenous artists. Join the company in discussions held by Samantha Williams-Gray (Tlingit) to explore the concepts and issues represented in the films. Dell’Arte invites you to turn their series into your new November tradition. Come out,…

Fire Lighters Fire is Medicine – Arcata Premier

Arcata Theater Lounge 1036 G St, Arcata

Film premiere in Arcata CA. Nov 16th @Arcata Theater Lounge. House opens at 5pm. Film runs 6-8pm with Q&A after. Release on PBS November 18th.

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