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).…

North Coast Two Spirit Conference

Wharfinger Building 1 Marina Way, Eureka, California

In honor of LGBT History Month, Two Feathers, Queer Humboldt, and the Wiyot tribe are thrilled to spotlight the 2nd annual North Coast Two Spirit Conference ! 🎉✹ This year’s event is a powerful opportunity to celebrate and uplift Two Spirit voices and their essential role in our shared history and future. Whether you're a…

31st Annual CA State ICWA Conference

Table Mountain Casino Resort 777 Jackpot Lane, Friant, California

North Fork Rancheria and its Dept. of Children and Family Services is proud to announce its commitment to the Indian Child Welfare Act as the host of this year’s 31st Annual CA State ICWA Conference.

$250

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.…

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…

Gallery Talk with Brenda Mallory

CN Gorman Museum 1316 Hart Hall, UC Davis , Davis, CA, United States

Join the museum for a Gallery Talk with Brenda Mallory.  The artist will discuss her portfolio of works and several of the pieces included in the solo exhibition: In the Absence of Instruction on view at the Gorman Museum from Sep 18, 2023 - Jan 26, 2025. Brenda Mallory’s mixed media sculptural works are comprised of…

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…

Fernando Mission’s connection to the 1824 Chumash Revolt

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

Ahead of Indigenous People's Day next week, the organization is spotlighting upcoming supported programs such as "Resistance and Persistence" at the Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum in Thousand Oaks, which is recognizing the 200th anniversary of the 1824 Chumash Revolt against several of the Spanish missions established in Chumash lands. This little-known chapter of history highlights…

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  

FSL Chef-in-Residence Sara Calvosa Olson

Rou Dalagurr Food Sovereignty Lab 1 Harpst St, Arcata, California

Welcome to the first FSL Chef-in-Residence Sara Calvosa Olson! Sara Calvosa Olson (Karuk) is a food writer and editor living in the Bay Area with her husband and two teenage sons. Her work dwells at the intersection of storytelling, Indigenous food systems, security, sovereignty, reconnection, and recipe development. Her writing has appeared in News from…

Speaker Series: Lessons Learned with Working with TEK in a Western Based Education Setting

Cal Poly Humboldt Native American Forum Union Street BSS 162, Arcata, California

Save the dates for the Decolonizing Sustainability Speaker Series coming this October! October 17, 2024 the college invites you to attend a talk with Dr. Daniel Lipe, on Working with TEK in a Western Based Education Setting. Attend in person at the Native American Forum or on Zoom through https://tinyurl.com/DSSSfall24

The Chapter House Indigenous Peoples’ Day Party

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

October 19, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Coinciding with Grand Ave Arts: All Access, one of L.A.’s longest-running, free open house experiences for arts and culture exploration in Downtown Los Angeles, The Music Center will host a live drumming performance, live DJ sets, art workshops as well as the return of the marketplace—on Jerry Moss…

Speaker Series: Questioning Settler Colonial Sustainability: The Agricultural Colonization of Palestine and California

Cal Poly Humboldt Native American Forum Union Street BSS 162, Arcata, California

Save the dates for the Decolonizing Sustainability Speaker Series coming this October! October 24, 2024 the college invites you to attend a talk with Dr. Gabi Kirk, on the Agricultural Colonization of Palestine and California. Attend in person at the Native American Forum or on Zoom through https://tinyurl.com/DSSSfall24

Speaker Series: Parables of Erosion: California Exceptionalism and Indigenous Futures

Cal Poly Humboldt Native American Forum Union Street BSS 162, Arcata, California

Save the dates for the Decolonizing Sustainability Speaker Series coming this October! October 31, 2024 the college invites you to attend a talk with Dr. Gina Caison, Georgia State University, on the Parables of Erosion: California Exceptionalism and Indigenous Futures. Attend in person at the Native American Forum or on Zoom through https://tinyurl.com/DSSSfall24

Knowledge: Knowing and Sharing Contemporary Curriculum

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

2024/2025 Speaker Series - Knowledge: Knowing and Sharing Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 6 p.m. Contemporary Curriculum Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Members Tribal Members John R. Preckwinkle III (Agua Caliente) and Anthony W. Purnel (Agua Caliente) discuss creating and implementing the new Palm Springs Unified School District curriculum about the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. $15…

$15

Save the Date: California Indian College Motivation Day

CSUSM Kellogg Library: California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center 333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, California

California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center (CICSC) invites you to mark your calendars November 8th for California Indian College Motivation Day. The event takes place @1 pm at California State University San Marcos.

Tribal Justice Summit

Cal Poly Humboldt Native American Forum Union Street BSS 162, Arcata, California

This is a free event open to the public and students, held at the Cal Poly Humboldt's Native American Forum on November 9th, 2024. Come and learn about Tribal Courts, meet with Judges and Staff, explore career opportunities, and connect with Mentors. There is also an opportunity to register for the university's class to receive…

Elizabeth Cook-Lynn Lecture Series featuring Dr. Kerri Malloy

University of New Mexico - Student Union Building 87106, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Elizabeth Cook-Lynn Lecture Series! 📅 Date: November 12, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM MST 📍 Location: The University of New Mexico, Student Union Building, Room Lobo A & B 🌐 Join via Zoom: https://unm.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IDdknb8FTjeM3qjsGZhXOA Thank you to the sponsors Henry Luce Foundation, Native American Studies - UNM, and Alfonso Ortiz Center for…

Kewet Native American Learning Day & Market

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

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, California

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…

Treaty of Temecula: A Cahuilla Narrative

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

Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 6 p.m. Treaty of Temecula: A Cahuilla Narrative In 1852, ancestors of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians were signers of the Treaty of Temecula. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Member Dr. Sean Milanovich (Agua Caliente) presents his research on Native American treaties in California and discusses his recent dissertation…

$15

California Indian Education For All (CIEFA) Summit

Harrah's Resort Southern California 777 South Resort Drive, Valley Center, California

Welcome to the California Indian Education For All Summit! Join the organization for an exciting in-person event at Harrah's Resort Southern California. The CIEFA Summit is a unique opportunity for collaboration and learning, bringing together PK-12 educators, administrators, Title VI committee members, Tribal Education staff, college/university faculty, and tribal community members. They aim to foster a…

$375

Language Revitalization

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA, United States

Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 6 p.m. Language Revitalization Learn about the Agua Caliente Cahuilla language revitalization program with Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla), Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Member John R. Preckwinkle III (Agua Caliente), and language teachers Raymond Huaute (Chumash/Cahuilla) and Michelle Morreo (Torres Martinez)

$15
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