• Reclaiming El Camino: Native Resistance in the Missions and Beyond

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

    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…

  • Reclaiming El Camino: Native Resistance in the Missions and Beyond

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

    Reclaiming El 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…

  • Continuity: Cahuilla Basket Weavers and their Legacies

    Benton Museum of Art Pomona College 120 West Bonita Avenue, Claremont, CA, United States

    More than 140 Cahuilla baskets are housed at the Benton Museum of Art, and though they are aesthetically beautiful—which is part of what makes them art—they are not merely museum “specimens.” Rather, they represent the continuous relationships that Cahuilla people have with their traditions, ancestral knowledge, lands, and one another. Many of the Cahuilla baskets…

  • Re-Discovering Native America: Stories in Motion with The Red Road Project

    Lesher Center for the Arts 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    Bedford Gallery is pleased to present its latest exhibition, Re-Discovering Native America: Stories in Motion with The Red Road Project, a photo-docuseries which highlights and celebrates inspiring stories of present-day Native American individuals and communities by providing a platform for them to tell their stories of the past, present, and future in their own voices…

  • Redbud Resource Group: Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements Workshop

    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.   APRIL 16, 2024, AUGUST 5, 2024, November 5, 2024

  • 100th Anniversary-Piper vs. Big Pine School

    Big Pine High School

    Join us as we celebrate the 100 Year Anniversary of the historical court decision which gave Alice Piper and 6 other Native American students the right to attend public school, which set precedence to be utilized in the more know Brown vs. Board of Education case. We will begin with an honoring ceremony at the…

  • Mesa Grande Traditional Gathering

    Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians Reservation 26000 Mesa Grande Rd , Santa Ysabel, CA, United States

    Welcoming at 1 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament at 2 p.m. Elder Bingo and Children's Games at 2 p.m. Peon at dusk. All birdsingers and vendors welcome!

  • Contemporary Voices: A Native Artist Panel Discussion

    Lesher Center for the Arts 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek, CA, United States

    Leading contemporary Native artists dive into their art-making & process. In this insightful panel discussion, leading contemporary Native artists dive into what drives their art-making and process. Panelists include Sterlin Harjo (creator behind the award-winning FX series Reservation Dogs), Tommy Orange (Oakland based novelists and finalized for the 2019 Pulitzer Prize) and Danielle SeeWalker (artist, writer, activists and co-founder The Red Road Project).…

  • Saging The World Screening

    Blue Fire Brewing 2892 S. Santa Fe Ave. STE 107, San Marcos, CA, United States

    Saturday June 1st Blue Fire Brewery will be hosting a screening for Saging the World; a documentary that showcases the importance of White Sage, sheds light on unsustainable and illegal practices of harvesting from wild areas, and details reasons for increased conservation efforts. Proceeds of sales of White Sage IPA during the event will go…

  • Many Nations One Land

    La Escuelita Gym/Great Room 1050 2nd Ave., Oakland, CA, United States

    A cultural festival featuring Native American musicians, dancers, cultural activities, food vendors and a Native artisan market. This community gathering is: FREE All-ages Open to the public Lineup Includes: The Bobby Young Project (Blues Band) Jackie Keliiaa (Comedian) Lyla June (Musician) Aaron Miller (DJ) The Chinle Valley Singers (Navajo Social Singers) Marshall-Lieras Girls (Round Dance Songs) John Paul Hodge (Musician)…

  • Water Walk 2024

    Ocean Beach Great Hwy & Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us as we gather to center ourselves, connect with the water and pray for healing. Our words have the power to heal! Remind us of the sacredness of water and create an awareness of our responsibility to care for the Water Please RSVP by emailing SFCWD@nativehealth.org or call 415-417-3556. Location: SF Ocean Beach, Stairwell…

  • Children of Many Colors Intertribal Powwow

    Oxnard College Gymnasium Field 4000 S. Rose Avenue, Oxnard, CA, United States

    The Children of Many Colors Intertribal Powwow is our signature event.  It began in 1994 on a horse ranch in Moorpark when the owner of the ranch announced, twelve days before his own annual fundraiser, that there would be a powwow, and that Redbird would put it on.  The Sarcinella family and a number of…

  • 24th Annual San Luis Rey Intertribal Pow wow

    San Luis Rey Mission Grounds 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA, United States

    SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Saturday, June 8th 10:00 am ...Blessing of the Arena 10:30 am  ...Gourd Dancing 12:00 noon ....Grand Entry (please no Photography during the Grand Entry) 1:00 pm ....Inter-Tribal Dancing Contest Dancing 5:00 pm ...Dinner Break 6:00 pm ...Gourd Dancing 7:00 pm Grand Entry (please no Photography during the Grand Entry) 8:00 pm Inter-Tribal…

  • Young Native Playwrights Festival

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

    Storytelling is a way to preserve culture and language, which is why Native Voices is thrilled to bring back its Young Native Playwrights program, but this time with a post-pandemic twist! With the help of Zoom, Native youth from across Turtle Island will participate in an eight-week playwriting course that will nourish, elevate, and amplify…

  • 19th Annual Cultural Heritage Days

    Morongo Ball Field 11555 Cottonwood Road, Banning, CA, United States

    11555 Cottonwood Road, Morongo Indian Reservation  

  • American Indian Arts Festival

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

    Saturday, June 8 - 9, 2024, 8-10 a.m. | Reservations Required The Autry welcomes you to celebrate traditional and contemporary Native art at our 33rd annual American Indian Arts Festival, where you can experience live music, pow-wow dancing, amazing art and live theatrical performances as part of our Native Voices Young Playwrights Festival. Highlights:   Linoleum Block…

  • Native American Health Center – 23rd Running Is My High

    Lake Merrit Oakland, CA, United States

    Native American Health Center (NAHC) is excited to announce our 23rd Running Is My High (RIMH) event on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the Fairy Land area of Lake Merritt; 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA 94610. The theme for this year's event will be "Run This Town!" as NAHC celebrates its growing presence in the…

  • Tule Boat Build

    Kumeyaay Community College 910 Willow Glen Dr., El Cajon, CA, United States

    Learn to build a boat made out of Tule reed with Dr. Stan Rodriguez. A Family Friendly Event. The boats will be taken out on the ocean during KHPC's Ha'sill mataayum gathering.  

  • Dancing Our Ancestors Home

    Garland Ranch Regional Park 700 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA, United States

    The Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe will be dancing in their ancestral village of Tucutnut. Bringing in sacred fire for the first time. July 14, 2024 from 11am-1pm. **All dancers welcome**

  • UAII’s Anniversary Gala

    Celebrating five decades of commitment and resilience, the 50th anniversary of United American Indian Involvement Inc. (UAII) stands as a testament to the organization's profound impact on the Native American community. Over the years, UAII has played a pivotal role in fostering empowerment, cultural preservation, and holistic well-being.From humble beginnings, the organization has grown into…

  • Night Out at the Museum: Storytelling with Kimberly Petree

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

    Join Night Out at the Museum for a special storytelling event with Kimberly “Shining Star” Petree at the Maidu Museum on Saturday June 15 at 7pm. During this free, family event, Kimberly (Tume’lay Nisenan and Miwok) will share her stories in the outdoor amphitheater. Kimberly’s engaging storytelling style effortless weaves traditional and timeless stories with current environment…

  • ‘Eyoomkuuka’ro Kokomaar

    Aquatic Cove 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    'Eyoomkuuka'ro Kokomaar ("we paddle together") is a cultural revitalization project led by L Frank Manriquez, centered on Native Californian canoe building and paddling. Through this, a tapestry of community-based artistic and educational collaborations emerged: dance, kite making, photography, Native Californian languages, songs, and more. You are invited to join in this all-ages, family friendly, free learning…

  • Idyllwild Arts Presents Native American Arts Festival Week June 17 to June 21

    Idyllwild Arts Campus 52500 Temecula Rd., Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA, United States

    Idyllwild Arts Foundation presents its annual Native American Arts Festival Week at the Idyllwild Arts campus (52500 Temecula Rd, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549) from Monday, June 17 to Friday, June 21, 2024. The week-long event, which has run each summer for over two decades, is designed to enhance and enrich the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program…

  • 5TH ANNUAL CALIFORNIA NATIVE WAYS FESTIVAL

    Ohlone Park between Grant & Mc Gee Streets, Berkeley, CA, United States

    The California Institute for Community, Art & Nature presents our 5th Annual California Native Ways Festival A free community event featuring traditional California Indian Arts & Culture Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 • 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM  Ohlone Park • between Grant & Mc Gee Streets • Berkeley 10:30 AM - Official Welcome by local Ohlone Representatives…

  • First Annual Powwow

    Los Angeles Pierce College Equestrian Center 6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA, United States

    This is the first annual Powwow for Los Angeles Pierce College located in Woodland Hills, CA. The event will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Pierce College Equestrian Center and will be from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Head Staff includes: Walter Ahhaitty (MC), Victor Chavez (Arena Director), Darren Henson (Head Man/Head Gourd Dancer),…

  • BAAITS Drum: Two Spirit Heartbeat

    Friendship House 56 Julian Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join the BAAITS drum, Saturday June 22 from 2:00pm-4:00pm at the SF Friendship House for a continuation of "Two-Spirit Heartbeat". This event will share a variety of photos, screen short films and drum. Light snack will be provided! Enjoy celebrating pride with community! SF Friendship House Address: 56 Julian Ave. San Francisco, California, 94103 Two…

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