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…
Let The Land Breathe: The History of East Bay Shellmounds A presentation from the Sogorea Te Land Trust on the history of East Bay shell mounds, with specific focus on the West Berkeley shell mound. Thursday, October 22nd at 6:00pm at West Branch 1125 University Ave. Please join us for a presentation from the Sogorea…
Saturday, Oct. 24 9:00 - 12:00 PM Ages 18+ | $50 / $45 Museum Member Get a hands-on history lesson with artist Stan Padilla! Learn about the roots of Indigenous arts in this workshop on the ancient practice of creating handmade paints from minerals and plants; use them to make your own unique piece.
*In-person & Online Event* IndigeQueer Medicine: Traditional Knowledge & Generational Healing Sat Oct 24 @ 1-4pm @ UC Gill Tract Community Farm, Albany Monetary donations accepted at the event or Zelle: xochicalli.indigequeermedicine@gmail.com Please join Casa Culebra and Xochicalli-House of Flowers: IndigeQueer Medicine & Healing for this collaborative community event featuring IndigeQueer medicine carriers, healing practitioners,…
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…
Upcoming screening of Marra’yam: The Yuhaaviatam Story at Barstow Community College. Doors and check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the screening beginning at 6 p.m. Q & A following the screening.
Big Pine Youth Powwow | November 7th, 2026
Enjoy an exceptional selection of handmade work from Native artisans— including jewelry, beadwork, pottery, textiles, carvings, and more—perfect for unique holiday gifts or meaningful keepsakes. Meet the artists, hear their stories, and support the continuation of Indigenous traditions through art. Held rain or shine, the fair is free to attend, with free parking available for…
Native American Heritage Celebration in Downtown Redding at Whistlestop Park and the 1400 Block of Market Street by the Shasta Historical Society from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. November is Native American Heritage Month, celebrate Indigenous history, identity, and culture in Downtown Redding, the ancestral lands of the Wintu people.
California basketry thrives today because of the work of Native Elders, whose dedication to sharing and teaching time-honored traditions and skills has ensured the survival of California Native cultures. Join California State Parks and the California Indian Heritage Center Foundation (CIHCF) as they host Dixie and Claudette Rogers (Karuk) and other celebrated weavers to learn…
3rd Annual HMOC & RedBoy Productions Pow Wow Celebrating Native American Heritage Month Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMGrand Entry: 12:00 Noon This is a free, family-friendly community event. Everyone is welcome. Event sponsored in part by the City of Santa Ana.
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.
Enjoy a day dedicated to honoring Indigenous creativity and culture. Local Indigenous artists will host pop‑up art tables where you can learn traditional crafts and connect with their artistic traditions. Relax and take in live music and performances that highlight the rich heritage and storytelling of Indigenous communities.
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents its November Monthly Film Festival, featuring three programs: November Shorts, InFocus: Indigenous Cinema, and the Los Angeles Premiere of Anima, the debut narrative feature from writer-director Brian Tetsuro Ivie. The festival opens with November Shorts, a collection of short films exploring family drama, immigration, grief, friendship, and human connection. Next,…
For twenty years, LA SKINS FEST has celebrated the power of Native storytelling by bringing together Indigenous filmmakers, television creators, actors, producers, and audiences from across North America. From November 18–22, the festival will commemorate its milestone 20th Anniversary with five unforgettable days of films, industry events, and community.
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation. This important moment stands within the history of the Agua Caliente People, who have been here since time immemorial. Learn from Agua Caliente Elders Mildred Browne and Council Member Moraino J. Patencio as they discuss memories and milestones with Tribal Chairman Jeff L.…
Join for a special screening. Where: The Eureka Theater. 612 Street, Eureka, CA 95501. When: November 19th, 2026. Doors open at 7 PM. Screening at 7:30 PM. Special Q&A With: Ted Hernandez, Mayor Kim Bergel, and Margaret Jacobs. Q&A Host: Candice Dalsing
Join the CIBA Cultural Teachings- Dunlap event on November 21st, 2026, from 10 AM- 4 PM, hosted by the California Indian Basketweavers' Association with support from the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. There will be basketweaving teachings and discussions from local weavers to bridge generations through culture. Location: Dunlap Community Center- 39489 Dunlap Rd, Dunlap, CA 93621
2nd Annual Holiday Native Arts Market. Free Admission. Sat, Nov 21, from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Come shop and buy made in the USA from a variety of indigenous artisans. There will be drums, flutes, rattles, gourd art, wood carvings, abalone jewelry, ribbon clothing, handcrafted body and hair products, beadwork, indigenous berry jams, contemporary art,…
A special afternoon at Mesa Refuge with Terria Smith, Crystal Wahpepah, Theresa Harlan, and Sara Calvosa Olson on Indigenous culture, storytelling, travel, and foodways. Program 2-3 pm – Terria Smith and Theresa Harlan in conversation about travel and culture 3-4 pm – Crystal Wahpepah and Sara Calvosa Olson in conversation about foodways and food sovereignty 4-5…
A beautiful day at Wishtoyo’s Chumash Village as they open their doors to the public to celebrate Native American Heritage Month! 🪶🌊☀️ This is a great opportunity for folks to come learn about the important work they do in person. There will be a welcome circle around the fire, a silent auction to raise funds…
Join on so-called “Black Friday” at the largest recorded Shellmound. This year, instead of the prayer walk, gather at the Emeryville Shellmound surrounded by the ancestors of the Land and yourselves. Bring an open heart, mind, your struggles, and stories of resistance. A program will be held with speakers, prayers, and updates on the oldest…
Enjoy a wonderful time for the 41st Annual CSUN Powwow!!! There will be food, vendors, and creative activities! Grand entry at 12 noon, come early! This is a time indulge in culture and fun!✨🪶 November 28, 2026 (9 am to 6 pm)Sierra QuadCalifornia State University Northridge18111 Nordhoff Street,Northridge, CA, 91330B3 Parking Structure Free All DayArena…
Join for the Yurok Art Market on November 28th! Shop handmade art, jewelry, crafts, and gifts from local and Native artists. Get a head start on your holiday shopping and support community makers. 📅 Saturday, November 28 🕙 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 Ada Waukell Charles Community Center 225 Klamath Blvd., Klamath, CA 95548…
Let the holiday shopping begin! Join California State Parks and the California Indian Heritage Center Foundation (CIHCF) on November 28th & 29th (Sat. & Sun.) for the annual two-day market hosting Native American Elders, makers, artists, and vendors from across the state! Shop unique hand-crafted jewelry and gifts from Native American Elders, Makers, Artists, and…
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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