• 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…

  • Future Imaginaries: Indigenous Art, Fashion, Technology

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

    September 7, 2024 – June 21, 2026 Samuel & Minna Grodin Gallery About the Exhibition Future Imaginaries explores the rise of Futurism in contemporary Indigenous art as a means of enduring colonial trauma, creating alternative futures and advocating for Indigenous technologies in a more inclusive present and sustainable future. Over 50 artworks are on display, some…

  • Born of the Bear Dance: Dugan Aguilar’s Photographs of Native California

    Oakland Museum of California 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, CA, United States

    Experience the diverse voices of California’s Indigenous peoples as they shape the present and future through the lens of celebrated Indigenous photographer Dugan Aguilar. OMCA’s latest exhibition, Born of the Bear Dance: Dugan Aguilar’s Photographs of Native California offers guests a first look at a significant collection that highlights Indigenous endurance and explores the vivid tapestry of contemporary Indigenous California life. Aguilar’s…

    Free – $19
  • Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art

    Fowler Museum at UCLA 308 Charles E Young Dr N, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Exhibit Runs: January 12 – July 13, 2025 @The Fowler Musuem at UCLA Mark you calendars for the upcoming exhibit Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art.  It introduces fire as a generative element that connects us to our past and offers a collective path toward a sustainable future. The show presents a living…

  • Exhibition: Traditional Tastes

    Clarke Historical Museum 240 E. Street, Eureka, CA, United States

    Step back in time and discover the deep history of seaweed gathering, smelt fishing, and eeling in Humboldt Bay at the Clarke Historical Museum! Did you know that Wiyot and Yurok peoples have been fishing smelt along the Northern California coast for over 1,300 years? Using A-frame nets and dip nets, these expert fishers gathered…

  • Spring Basketry Workshop with Rose Ann Hamilton

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

    Cultural Educator/Artist Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla) will share about the process and artistry of basket making, and lead a facilitated basket lesson. Participants will have a chance to tour the basketry collection in the Museum galleries and create their own leaching basket project.   This workshop is open to the public and space is limited.…

    $250
  • 2nd Annual Southwestern College Powwow

    Southwestern College 900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA, United States

    The 2nd Annual Southwestern College Pow Wow will feature Native American dancing, drumming, foods, and arts and crafts. Additional Direction Information: Southwestern College Soccer Field 900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910 Lot T (General, Accessible, Vendor & Head Staff Parking) Lot G (Accessible & Overflow Parking) Program: Bird Singers: 10 a.m. Gourd Dancing:…

  • Marin American Indian Alliance: Ribbon Skirt Workshop

    Multicultural Center of Marin 709 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, California

    Marin American Indian Alliance is hosting a ribbon skirt making workshop March 2. Get dressed for the powwow! Please pre-register so the organizers can plan for materials for all. All materials will be provided. Workshops are held at the Multicultural Center of Marin in San Rafael. All workshops are free.   Please contact Marty Meade…

  • 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…

  • We will Endure – A CNVP Community Webinar

    Virtual

    How Natives in California can survive and thrive amid executive orders and the assault on our lands, waters, and peoples. An interactive forum and Q & A session taking place virtually March 4, 2025 from 5-6pm. Featuring: - Lauren van Schilfgaarde (Cochiti Pueblo) Assistant Professor of Law, UCLA - Virginia Hedrick (Yurok) Executive Director, California…

  • Tides Converge Film Series presents: Funding Indigenous

    Cultural Conservancy - San Francisco 1016 Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, California

    Come join the organization for a Tides Converge Film Series screening of Funding Indigenous, a series of short documentaries produced by the Cultural Conservancy on March 5, 2025 from 1-3pm. This event is free, and light refreshments are provided. These unique documentaries amplify and articulate the movement indigenizing philanthropy with Indigenous people. Personal and collective…

  • 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…

  • Justice Involved Re-Entry Initiative

    Ukiah Conference Center 200 S School St., Ukiah, California

    Join for a day full of guest speakers, informational booths, vendors, and a wonderful keynote speech from Al Pooley, Founder and President of the Native American Fatherhood and Families Association (NAFFA). Who should attend? Tribes, community members, enhanced care management and community supports providers, formally incarcerated individuals and their families, law enforcement, probation, parole, social workers, mental health providers, AOD counselors and all others interested in this innitiative. For more information or to reserve a booth, contact: Diana Billy- Elliott, ASW (707-234-0086)

  • 2025 Native American & Indigenous Education Summit

    Santos Manuel Student Union 5500 University Pkwy, San Bernardino, California

    SAVE THE DATE for the 2025 Native American & Indigenous Education Summit presented by California Indian Nations College (CINC) & Kumeyaay Community College. Date: March 7-8th, 2025 Location: Santos Manuel Student Union on California State University, San Bernardino campus Address: 5500 University Pkwy, San Bernardino To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-indianindigenous-education-summit-tickets-1069196879649 Register today!!!

    $85 – $200
  • Say Uncle

    Séc-He allotment parcel 900 Saturnino Rd, Palm Springs, California

    Say Uncle is a sculptural installation of photographic works made by lens based artist, Marcus Xavier Chormicle, (Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians, Lineal Descendant) with his uncle, Michael Dean Chormicle (Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians, Enrolled Member), on their ancestral homeland on the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation. The imagery addresses lessons and stories…

  • March Habitat Restoration Day at Heron Shadow

    Please join the organization for a Habitat Restoration Educational Workshop day at The Cultural Conservancy's Heron Shadow Farm in Sebastopol, CA! Friday, March 7, 2025 from 9am-3pm This week day workshop will focus on their riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management and Native plant work. After a morning presentation on their vision and methods…

  • 52nd Annual California State University, Long Beach Pow Wow at Puvungna

    CSULB Intramural Rugby and Soccer Fields 1250 Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, California

    Date: March 8 - 9, 2025 NEW LOCATION: INTRAMURAL RUGBY AND SOCCER FIELDS California State University, Long Beach’s annual Pow Wow at Puvungna, an American Indian social celebration, is the largest spring event of its kind in Southern California. The Pow Wow is focused on displaying the university’s strong American Indian presence. Admission and parking are free.…

  • Miniature Tule Mat and Rope Workshop

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

    This program is led by cultural eductor Mandy Macias (Western Mono/ Maidu/ Ohlone). This workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up. Participants will learn how to make their own miniature tule mat and rope. Call the Grace Hudson Museum (707-467-2836) to reserve your spot. Space is limited. There is a fee of $15 per…

  • Bay Area AIAN Gathering of Hope and Healing

    Student Union (Diaz Compean) One Washington Square, San Jose, California

    CCUIH's Rising Together and Urban Indian Health partners invite survivors of violence and advocates to a closed, cultural space to share their stories of hope, healing, and resilience through their experiences with domestic and interpersonal violence. The organization hopes to share knowledge and medicine in order to cope, heal, and gather community input for future Rising…

  • Pine Needle Medallion Necklace Workshop

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

    This program is led by cultural educator Monica V. Arellano (Ohlone Culture Bearer and Langague Keeper).  This workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up. Call the Grace Hudson Museum (707-467-2836) to reserve your spot. Space is limited. There is a $15 fee for this workshop, but it is free for Native Americans. Scholarship opportunities are also available- just…

  • Marin American Indian Alliance: Powwow Dancing Workshop

    Multicultural Center of Marin 709 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, California

    Marin American Indian Alliance is hosting a powwow dancinc class March 9. Marin Powwow's head Gourd Dancer Michael Reifel will guide the group through many of the fun social dances. Build your confidence to join the dance circle! No previous experience necessary. Suitable for all ages, all genders. Workshops are held at the Multicultural Center…

  • We Are Still Here: Cultural Practices of the Wappo People

    Napa County Library 580 Coombs St, Napa, California

    Join the library for a hands-on cultural demonstration of artifacts & their uses by the Wappo people, the First People of the Napa Valley. Event led by Tektek and Desirae Harp.

  • 2SLGBTQ+ Dinner

    Northern California Indian Development Council 241 F St, Eureka, California

    NCIDC is very excited to announce their partnership and collaboration with @queerhumboldt for a week full of activities that highlight and uplift our community! All events are free and open to all community members, tribal and non-tribal, 2SLGBTQIA+, allies, and caregivers. Register here: https://ncidc.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=bd2oC60OT4sECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D Please feel free to reach out to Karen Asbury with any…

  • 4th Annual Cali Native Night

    Emma Prusch Park 647 S King Road, San Jose, California

    Join for a night to witness Ohlone, Pomo, and other California Native American dance groups gathering to share their songs and prayers. There will also be food vendors, and local Indigenous vendors selling their Arts and Crafts. FREE admission for everyone.

  • 2025 Youth & Social Pow Wow

    Miramar College - Hourglass Community Field 10440 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, California

    Open to the Community! Join for a day of Native American Traditional Drumming, Dancing, Food Vendors, Arts & Craft Vendors, and more! Schedule: 10 am Bird Singing; 11 am Open Gourd Dancing; 12 pm Grand Entry; 1-8 pm Inter-Tribal Dancing For more information, contact: carlatourville@yahoo.com

  • Native American Style Flute Workshop

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

    Native Flute Workshops at the State Indian Museum in Sacramento. Join Al Striplen as he shares concepts and techniques for the beginner - and be on your way to playing Native American music! Flutes will be available at a discounted rate for this special event. Register at following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-american-style-flute-workshop-tickets-1246763506209?aff=erelpanelorg Call 916 324-0971 for more info.

  • March Farm Volunteer Day at Heron Shadow

    The organization invites you to a community volunteer day at The Cultural Conservancy's Heron Shadow Farm in Sebastopol, CA! Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 9am-3pm Come and connect with the community and the land as the group focuses on Native plant work and riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management. Activities may include weeding, feeding,…

  • Sand Acknowledgment in Action: Lazaro Arvizu Jr.

    Fowler Museum at UCLA 308 Charles E Young Dr N, Los Angeles, CA, United States

    Sand Acknowledgment in action with flute-playing and artist-facilitated meditation in the installation space, focused on the meaning of the sand painting in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art. Lazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist, educator, musician, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los…

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