California Indian Basketry Event

Antelope Valley Indian Museum 15701 E Ave M, Lancaster, CA, United States

Topics: Harvesting and Preparing the Plants, Weaving a Legacy, Basketry Materials, Basket Styles, Basket Types. Lucy Parker and Julia Parker - Award winning California Indian basketry artisans. Time will be reserved for answers to your questions. Lunches are provided. Signed books for all who attend at no additional cost. Space is limited to 20 participants.…

Celebrating Indigenous People’s Day at the Getty Center

Getty Center 1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, United States

Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 12 pm - 4 pm The Getty Center Free | Advance ticket required Ticket includes priority to workshops and complimentary parking. In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, Getty hosts its second annual family event to learn about Southern California's vibrant Native American cultures. There will be activities sharing traditional and…

Acorn Day!

California State Indian Museum 2618 K St., Sacramento, CA, United States

SoCal Tribal Food Sovereignty Gathering

The SoCal Tribal Food Sovereignty Gathering at Coastal Roots Farm is an opportunity for Tribal members in Southern California that are actively cultivating or interested in joining the food sovereignty movement among Indigenous Nations. Examples of people active in food sovereignty work include Tribal farmers, seed keepers, land stewards, hunters, livestock owners, foragers, botanists, fishers,…

Fall Gathering at Malki Museum

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

At our annual Fall Gathering, there are demonstrations, lectures, and of course, food tasting! This event is held usually in October, and features Native arts, crafts, and games, as well as Cahuilla harvest foods such as wewish (acorn mush), a time-consuming but staple dish. The demonstrations often include Cahuilla bird singing, basket weaving, acorn leaching…

Kewet: Native American Learning Day & Market

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

Agua Caliente Welcomes Everyone! Sunday November 4, 2023 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Palm Springs High School 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs, Ca. 92262  

Unthanksgiving and National Day of Mourning

West Valley College, Campus Center 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA, United States

The Muwékma Ohlone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay Area is collaborating with West Valley College and Mosaic America for the UnThanksgiving and National Day of Mourning / Hummingbird Circle - Ohlone Celebration! Register Today at: tinyurl.com/wvc-unthanksgiving-23 >>> Event Details: 📆 Date: November 20, 2023 ⏰ Time: 12pm-2pm 🅿️ Parking: Free in lots 4 &…

Inaugural Conversations: Basket Starts

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum 140 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA, United States

A conversation about basketry with basket weavers Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla), Jeanette Saubel (Agua Caliente), and Brianna Duran (Agua Caliente), and experience the new building with Agua Caliente Cultural Museum Executive Director, Steven Karr, Ph.D., to learn about the expressive architectural design and its connection to Cahuilla basketry. Short walkthroughs will take place directly before the talk, calling attention to the…

2024 California Native Creations Art Show

Finley Community Center 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa, California

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…

Indigenous Science Weekend

Sue-Meg State Park (Red Alder and Suemeg Village campsites) 4150 Patricks Point Dr, Trinidad, California

Cal Poly Humboldt and CA State Parks present the Indigenous Science Weekend at Sue-Meg State Park SEPTEMBER 27-29th, 2024.This is a weekend for participants to improve their understanding of the existential crisis faced relating to climate change. Emerging technologies will be explored (i.e., other ways of meeting energy needs), including the local Off Shore Wind…

TEK Black Walnut Foodways Workshop

Heron Shadow 9394 Ross Station Rd, Sebastopol, CA, United States

Learn about traditional California Native black walnut processing, dice games, and foodways! Join the conservancy for a special Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) workshop day centered on black walnut processing, dice games, and traditional foodways with guest instructors Redbird Willie (Pomo, Paiute, Wintu and Wailaki) and TCC Foodways Manager Joshua Hoyt (Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa/Dakota/Metis).…

1st Annual Trinidad Rancheria Ner-er-nehr Days

1 Bay Street Trinidad, CA 95570 1 Bay Street, Trinidad, California

Celebration of the Trinidad Rancheria Harbor Properties being placed into Trust for the Tribe, featuring local Native American Cultural dance presentations, Brush Dance Demonstrations, Craft Vendors, Food Vendors, Live Music by Monument Road, and a Kids Play Area. For more info on becoming a vendor please contact: James Brown @ (707)382-8138

California Native American Day Celebration

Da Gou Rou Louwi' Cultural Center 417 2nd Street, Eureka, California

The Da Gou Rou Louwi' Cultural Center is hosting their first annual Native American Day Celebration on September 28th, 2024 from 11am to 4pm at the Da Gou Rou Louwi' Cultural Center and Old Town Gazebo in Eureka, Ca. Their intention is to grow this event into an annual celebration and fundraiser for the Da…

Acorn Harvest Ceremony

Young Family Ranch 260 Oregon St., Weaverville, California

Acorn Harvest Ceremony 9.28.24 Join the council this fall and enjoy cultural activities and a pot luck.

Gathering of Ohlone Peoples

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch, Fremont, CA, United States

COYOTE HILLS REGIONAL PARK – Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of local Indigenous Peoples past, present, and future. Join Ohlone community members from diverse tribes as they bring their culture to life through music, song, dance, and storytelling. Come together to learn, celebrate, and honor the original stewards of this land. Parent participation required.…

Maakon Yomi: Our Homelands of the Coast Miwok – Opening Reception

Bartolini Gallery 10 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael, California

Opening Reception & Festival * Sunday, October 6, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm 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…

The Aunties & Uncles Program’s Annual Memorial Gathering

Ya-Ka-Ama Indian Education and Development Center 7456 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, California

Where: 7456 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA When: Saturday, October 12th, 2024 Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Pomo Dancer, Vendors, Food, Raffles, and Speakers Contact: aupevents@scihp.org Candace (707) 521 - 4559 Kolby (707) 521 - 4684

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2024

Getty Center 1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, United States

In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Getty hosts its third annual family event to learn about Southern California's vibrant Native American cultures. The theme this year celebrates flora, with activities sharing traditional and contemporary Indigenous perspectives and narratives. ACTIVITIES Experiment with solar exposures in a cyanotype activity led by Metzli Projects Make your own Tongva clapper…

The Chapter House Indigenous Peoples’ Day Party

Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, California

October 12, 2024 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Free parking for first 400 cars Angelenos can shop at a vibrant marketplace on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, connect to local Indigenous-serving resource groups, participate in artist-led workshops and storysharing and view visual artwork and live performances featuring the rich cultural heritage and contemporary…

Panhe Gathering

San Mateo Campground 830 Cristianitos Rd, San Clemente, California

Panhe Gathering in San Clemente will be 0ct 13, 2024. Celebration featuring Native American singers, dancers, displays, and food. Come join the CCRPA for a day of fun. For participant information, contact Rebecca Robies at rebrobies1@gmail.com  

2024 Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Santa Rosa Campus: Burbank Outdoor Stage Area 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, California

Where: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Burbank Outdoor Stage Are, Santa Rosa Campus When: Monday, October 14th, 2024 Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Native Speakers, Vendors, Food, Drumming, and Dancing.

San Francisco’s 5th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day

Yerba Buena Gardens 750 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

San Francisco’s 5th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day in Yerba Buena Gardens 12:00PM-3:00PM Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Streets. Ohlone welcome, Indigenous cultural performers, speakers and vendors. This event is free. Presented on Yelamu, Ramaytush Ohlone Territory, in partnership with the International Indian Treaty Council with generous support from the San Francisco Arts Commission. The program…

Inaugural National Native American Heritage Month Parade and Native American Monument Commemoration Event

Downtown Sacramento - Capitol Mall Capitol Mall, Sacramento, California

Mark your calendar! The Inaugural National Native American Heritage Month Parade and Native American Monument Commemoration Event takes place in Downtown Sacremento at Captiol Mall on November 9th. Join the caucus in celebrating the contributions, achievements, cultural diversity and impact of California's First People.

Acorn Day!

Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House 431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA, United States

Mark your calendars and join the museum for their Acorn Day on Sunday, November 10, from 12-4pm! Pomo cultural educators, Rose and Anthony Steele, will share about how to process acorns and you can get try part of the process yourself. The Museum provides free admission for Native Americans, and also for standing military personnel…

Native American Heritage Celebration

Pomo Plaza @ Mendocino College 1000 Hensley Creek Rd, Ukiah, California

Native American Heritage Celebration @ Pomo Plaza Where: 1000 Hensley Creek Rd., Ukiah, CA When: Friday - Sunday, October 11th - 13th Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Native Dancers, Live Music, Elders Giveaway, Raffles, Cultural Workshops, and Dinner (food served 3-5 pm). Contact: Kyle Whiterock kwhiterock@mendocino.edu

Connected Landscapes

Twentynine Palms Twentynine Palms, California

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,…

Fryday Frybread Event

Rolling Hills Casino and Resort 2655 Everett Freeman Way, Corning, California

Fryday Frybread Event is back!The Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians Cultural Committee is excited to invite you to their 3rd Annual Fryday Frybread Event on Friday, November 15, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Rolling Hills Casino & Resort, Event Center.This event will feature:A Frybread Cook-off ContestA Frybread Eating ContestFood and craft…

Native American Heritage Month Celebration

MET Sacramento 810 V St, Sacramento, California

Native American Heritage Month Celebration Where: 810 V Street, Sacramento, CA 95818 When: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Indian Tacos, Traditional Dancers, and Public Speakers Contact: nuhwa-qawi-gomez@metsacramento.org

Indigenous Arts Market

Indigenous Art Market 203 Cotter Street, San Francisco, California

Stop by the tribe's Indigenous Arts Market this November 23rd. Open to the public, donation is asked at entrance. Come enjoy the family kitchen, Cali-Native exhibitors, dancers, songs, and prayer. Limited vendor space please reach out if interested. Email:​ crct1992@gmail.com

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