Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop

Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 – Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop Join the forum at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography for an immersive workshop exploring the intersection of ocean sustainability and Indigenous knowledge. Build a full-sized tule reed boat with the opportunity to ride it, and engage in…

$10

Indigenous Ocean Day

Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California

Míiyuyam Chóo’onum hello everyone! 'Ataaxum Pomkwaan's team will be here this day presenting with Priscilla Sawah. Please join the organization at the Birch Aquarium for their Indigenous Ocean Day on Saturday November 23rd 11:00am-5:00pm! They will be having medicinal plant information, tule boat making, and bird singers come out this day!

Shellmound 2 Shellmound Prayer Walk

West Berkeley Shellmound Shellmound Street, Emmeryville, CA, United States

Shellmound 2 Shellmound, 3 mile prayer walk Friday, November 24th, 10 am-1 pm. Walk from West Berkeley Shellmound and to the Emeryville Shellmound.

Alcatraz Indigenous People’s Sunrise Gathering Thanksgiving 2024

Pier 33 and Alcatraz Island Pier 33 Suite 200, San Francisco, California

Alcatraz Thanksgiving Indigenous People’s Sunrise Gathering Date: November 28, 2024 Departure:  Alcatraz Pier 33 Ferry Terminal Insiders Tip: Tickets for this event can sell out. Each year on Thanksgiving morning Alcatraz is closed for the day for regular visitors, but from 4:15 AM till 6:00 AM the ferries run every 15 minutes and bring people to the island…

$15

American Indian Educational Film Series: Smoke Signals

Dell'Arte International 131 H St, Blue Lake, California

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,…

1st Annual Indigenous Artists Extravaganza

Eureka Woman's Club 1531 J Street, Eureka, CA

Support local Indigenous Artists and get some holiday gift shopping done without the chaos of big stores and events. Shop local & support small businesses! To be a vendor, please contact 707-954-8160

1st annual NDN Arts and Makers Sale

Trinidad Town Hall 409 Trinity St, Trinidad, California

Spawning Ground is dedicated to supporting California Indigenous healing, wellness and joy by "re-villaging" places and spaces. Coined by co-founder Pimm Tripp-Allen, "re-villaging" has the goal of healing the land and people by gathering together inter-generationally for arts, culture and community based projects.In this vein, Spawning Ground is pleased to present the 1st annual NDN…

California Truth & Healing Council: In-person Regional Hearing, Los Angeles

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

Please join the California Truth & Healing Council for an in-person Regional Hearing in Los Angeles on Wednesday, December 4th from 12:00pm-4:00pm at the Autry Museum. Regional Hearings are typically a half day meeting and are an opportunity for tribes to provide testimony on record to the Council or can be an opportunity for California…

A Poetry Reading for Gaza II

Join Workshops for Gaza for their second online poetry reading featuring Indigenous poetic geniuses Natalie Diaz, Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio and Leanne Betasamosake Simpson. The reading will be followed by a short moderated discussion. Natalie Diaz is Mojave and an enrolled member of the Gila River Indian community. She is the author of the poetry collections…

Malki Museum’s Founders History Exhibit Opening

Malki Museum 11795 Malki Rd. Morongo Reservation, Banning, CA, United States

Malki Museum's Founders History Exhibit Opening Saturday, December 7, 2024 - 10 am- 4 pm @Malki Museum 11-795 Malki Rd. Banning, CA 92220

22nd Annual UIHS American Indian Winter Arts and Crafts Fair

UIHS Potawot Health Village 1600 Weeot Way, Arcata, CA, United States

22nd Annual UIHS American Indian Winter Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday December 7, 2024 - 10 am- 5pm @UIHS Potawot Health Village You are invited to attend the UIHS Potawot Health Village in celebration of the season and in support of local American Indian Artists.

LA NDN Flea Market

The Chapter House LA 1770 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, California

Come thru for the LA NDN Flea Market on Saturday, December 7 from 11 AM to 5 PM! In partnership with Jana Schmieding and featuring vendors selling recycled clothing, handcrafted jewelry, art, and more, visit The Chapter House to refresh your closet, eat good food, and enjoy great music. Recommended donation: $5 Reserve a spot…

Klamath Unbound: Celebrating a Historic River Restoration

California Museum 1020 O St, Sacramento, California

Saturday, December 7 12:00 – 4:00 pm California Museum, 1020 O St. Sacramento, CA Join the California Museum to celebrate the completion of the Klamath River dam removal project—the largest of its kind in U.S. history! This FREE event features: •    Screening of the Patagonia short film "Undammed" •    Panel discussions with Native…

UAII Holiday Boutique

United American Indian Involvement 1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA, United States

Shop for unique gifts! Enjoy a plate lunch sale supporting our Senior Program! Enter exciting raffles! 📅 Date: Friday, December 13, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10 AM - 3 PM 📍 Location: UAII Community Center 1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 For vendor info, contact: kfiore@uaii.org or hjealousofhim@uaii.org

Winter Solstice & Holiday Boutique

Chumash Indian Museum 3290 Lang Ranch Parkway, Thousand Oaks, CA, United States

Join the museum for their annual Winter Solstice & Holiday Boutique! Featuring Native vendors for holiday shopping, food and drinks, storytelling and the unveiling of their brand new mural featuring a talk from the artist! Event and museum open at 10am Chumash storytelling at 11am Artist mural talk and unveiling 12pm. Don't miss out, bring…

$5

Roots of Resilience Uniting Payómkawichum, Kumeyaay and Ñuu Savi Communities

Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center 2202 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside, California

On December 14th, come to the Vista Audubon Society Wetlands Reserve, Payómkawichum territory, to experience “Returning to Our Homelands.” This project works to re-connect Indigenous young people and their families to their original Payόmkawichum homelands and territories, and is brought about through collaboration of ‘ataaxum Pomkwaan, BVAS, and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission…

Yurok Art Market

Ada Waukell Charles Community Center 225 Klamath Blvd., Klamath, California

The Yurok Tribe is seeking vendors for the first ever Yurok Art Market on Saturday, Dec. 21 in Klamath. Mark your calendar to shop for unique arts and crafts by Tribal artisans. The sale of food and drinks will benefit Yurok Parks & Recreation Department youth programs. To reserve a vendor space, follow the link…

Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements

An interactive 2.5 hour workshop for individuals seeking to grow their allyship with Native peoples. Participants learn about the strengths and limitations of land acknowledgements and explore concrete, action-oriented strategies for building connections with Native communities and organizations. RSVP:https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/masterclass-going-beyond-land-acknowledgements-january-7th-2025

$75

MATA’YUUM 2025: Annual Retreat Fundraiser

Liberty Arising San Diego, California

The collective invites you to join in a safe container for Queer Folx to gather in community and heal through a variety of modalities which include plant medicine, storytelling, earth stewardship, shadow mirror work, re-indigenizing practices, authentic self-expression, and celebration. This retreat is designed for Queer folx of all genders. Where: Liberty Arising. A stunning…

$299

Native Artist Professional Development Training

California Indian Museum & Cultural Center 5250 Aero Dr., Santa Rosa, CA, United States

Artists in the Santa Rosa area, mark your calendars for an empowering two-day Native Artist Professional Development Training at the California Indian Museum & Cultural Center! This workshop, led by expert trainers Tiffany Adams and Carolyn Kualii, is designed to give both emerging and experienced artists the skills to thrive in the arts industry. From…

California Truth & Healing Council Regional Hearings @ Valley Center

Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Government Center One Government Center Lane, Valley Center, California

Please join the first of three California Truth & Healing Council Regional Hearings in Southern California in January. Graciously hosted by the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Ah Mutt Pipa Foundation and Xumarr Ahkoots for these events. Thursday, January 23 from 12:00pm-4:00pm Location: Rincon Government Center - One Government…

Singing the Birds

Palm Springs High School 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs, CA, United States

Singing the Birds (Wikitmallem Tahmuwhae): Bird Song and Dance Festival Agua Caliente Welcomes Everyone! Saturday January 25, 2025 Palm Springs High School 2401 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Amplifying Native Voices in the Classroom: Teaching the Gold Rush and the California Indian Genocide

Join the organization for an engaging 2-hour virtual workshop designed to empower you with the resources needed to teach the California Indian Genocide in your classroom. In this eye-opening session, Native scholars will provide you with tools to teach the Gold Rush and westward expansion with cultural sensitivity and historical accuracy. This session is appropriate…

5th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS)

SDSU Scripps Cottage Campanile, Park SDSU, San Diego, California

Howka (Kumeyaay greeting)! The Native Resource Center (NRC) at San Diego State University (SDSU) warmly invites you to participate in their 5th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS) taking place from March 6-7, 2025 at Scripps Cottage on the SDSU campus. NIRAS serves as an academic space to uplift diverse Native and…

University of Redlands Powwow

Orton Center 1250 E Brockton Ave, Redlands, California

Mark your calendars for the 2025 University of Redlands Pow Wow! The pow wow will be held on Saturday March 22nd, 2025 on the University Quad, rain or shine. Grand Entry: 1pm and 7pm. Emcee: Glen BegayArena Director: Richard DeCraneHost Northern Drum: WildhorseHost Southern Drum: ShakeytownHead Women Dancer: Maxine Orozco-BegayHead Man Dancer: Tso YanezSound Production…

Yomen: A Celebration of Spring

Maidu Museum & Historic Site 1970 Johnson Ranch Drive, Roseville, CA, United States

Yomen: A Celebration of Spring is welcoming spring at the Maidu Museum Saturday April 26 from 10am to 3pm. Enjoy this cultural event celebrating Maidu and Native Californian tradition with traditional Maidu dancers, basket weavers, artisans and crafters, and activities for the whole family. This event is free to all visitors.

Indigenous Red Market

Native American Health Center 1443 Derby Ave., Oakland, CA, United States

Mark your calendars! The 2025 Indigenous Red Market dates are here: May 18th, 2025, and July 6th, 2025. With only two dates next year, you won’t want to miss them. Expect exciting performances, local Indigenous vendors, delicious food, and more!

Indigenous Red Market

Native American Health Center 1443 Derby Ave., Oakland, CA, United States

Mark your calendars! The 2025 Indigenous Red Market dates are here: May 18th, 2025, and July 6th, 2025. With only two dates next year, you won’t want to miss them. Expect exciting performances, local Indigenous vendors, delicious food, and more!

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