Join the museum in celebrating California's Native American Elders! Luncheon served to Native Elders. Dancers, artisans, Governor's Proclamation. Public is welcome - food available for purchase. Free event! Call museum for details: 916-324-0971
The California State Indian Museum presents the 46th Annual Honored Elders Day! This gathering will feature an Elders Luncheon, cultural sharing, cultural speakers, California Native dance groups, artisan booths, and more! All are welcome to attend.
Save the Date!! Make & Take crafts! Lunch and Dinner Provided-Special Speaker- Cecilia Firethunder On the Agenda: clapsticks, pine nut necklaces, pine needle baskets, beaded earrings, mini tule skirts, medicine bags, and vendors! For more information contact: Jeanne Baga at jeanne.baga@trihci.com
Unveiling Ceremony: Witness the grand reveal of the tomol mural and learn about the inspiration and creation process from the Chumash artist Matt Dominguez. Chumash and tomol paddler community members are encouraged to attend! June 8th, 1pm.
The Something Beautiful Series is an empowering initiative aimed at building connection, community, and belonging among 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. Through creative expression, storytelling, and shared experiences, participants come together to celebrate their identities and foster a sense of unity. While these gatherings are open to all community members, we are intentional with creating platforms and opportunities…
Join NCIDC for a Mural Workshop with Tori McConnell!Learn how to create your own mural from start to finish and have it hung up at the The Nest Youth Center!Register at : NestMural.ncidc.orgJune 11th, and 25th 5:00-7:00PM at The Nest Youth Center - 233 F st. Eureka, CA.
The Robinson Rancheria Pomo Indians of California would like to invite the community to join in a nature walk and learn about Native and non-Native species, the ecosystem in & around the Clear Lake watershed, and about good fire on the landscape!
June 14, 2025 9:00am - 11:00pm June 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm Honoring Our Fathers this Father's Day Weekend This two-day event, June 14-June 15 2025, marks the 25th Annual San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians Inter-Tribal Powwow. The event will include artisan booths, food vendors, Native dancing and competitions, and drums. Artisan and…
Save The Date for the 2025 Gathering of Native Americans (GONA)! June 16th-June 19th, 1pm-5pm This culture based retreat focuses on the disciplines of Belonging, Mastery, Interdependence, and Generosity. This years theme is Flow with the Rhythm, and Grow with the Journey. Info for registration coming soon!
THREE-TIME U.S. POET LAUREATE JOY HARJO HEADLINES THIS YEAR’S NATIVE AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL WEEK AT IDYLLWILD ARTS, STARTING MONDAY JUNE 16 Idyllwild Arts Native American Arts Festival Week takes place at the Idyllwild Arts campus Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20, 2025. Led by Executive Director Shaliyah Ben (Diné), this week-long celebration, held every summer for…
The Native American Arts Festival Week presents its annual Invitational Exhibition! This year’s exhibition is “Renegades of Art,” curated by Pamela Peters (Diné). The four artists featured in this exhibition showcase their cultural narratives through a wide variety of mediums including murals, mixed media, and tribal presence to celebrate, inform, and inspire the world about…
The Native American Arts Festival Week presents its annual Michael Kabotie Lecture Series. This year’s guest lecturers are Indigenous folks who are making positive change in their communities and beyond in their fields that are outside of visual arts. Ruth Ann Thorn is the FNX TV Host of “This is Indian Country” and creator and…
The Native American Arts Festival Week presents its annual Michael Kabotie Lecture Series. This year’s guest lecturers are Indigenous folks who are making positive change in their communities and beyond in their fields that are outside of visual arts. Aassanaaq “Ossie” Kairaiuak (Yup’ik) from Yup’ik Soul/Funk Band PAMYUA activates his life work utilizing music and…
Wednesday’s Beading for Regalia making workshop facilitated by Birdie Pulskamp and Shandiin Biiliilitso. Please NOTE: 4:30- 7 pm. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpwnytYnfxEjK9PnCe96TWUHgUylp-Chje5BCiN-vRDrL1Tw/viewform
The Native American Arts Festival Week presents its annual Michael Kabotie Lecture Series. This year’s guest lecturers are Indigenous folks who are making positive change in their communities and beyond in their fields that are outside of visual arts. Kinsale Drake is a Diné poet/editor/playwright whose work has appeared in Poetry, Best New Poets, Poets.org, Poetry Northwest, The…
This headlining event of the 2025 Native American Arts Festival Week is an intimate staged reading of Joy Harjo’s latest play, “We Were There When Jazz Was Invented,” with the musical accompaniment of Diné Trumpeter, Delbert Anderson. This is the very first time the two renowned Jazz Musicians will hit the stage together. Joy Harjo is…
Written and Directed by Pamela Peters (Diné), this short documentary shares the history of the alley and the artistic visuals of six Native American artists that are using their art to share not only the history, but the existence of American Indians in Los Angeles, California.
The Susanville Indian Rancheria presents their 16th Annual PowWow! There will be special dances, including: Fast Fancy, Grand Parent/ Grand Child, Old Style Owl Dance (in Regalia), a Hand Drum Contest, and more! All are welcome to attend.
This annual family friendly free event will commence at 5 pm with an artist marketplace where you can shop and support Native Artists directly. We will also convene a mini book fair welcoming Native authors and publishers. Visit non-profit booths and learn more about community and organizational partners. A few partners include: News from Native…
Pride event. Come out for an evening of love, connection, and celebration! Enjoy open mic performances, drag shows, creative art stations, wellness resources, and more. Free event | All are welcome | Raffles & giveaways! RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/with-love-for-all-stipride-awareness-event-tickets-1406580904349?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafR1FCwu4RGllmT6DYIMEo1Uzce2LqiiXJMpH7oyot7BenQvA6OvXMnJc8dKA_aem_xYmtsirenchzObr8icTb9g
Please join the tribe in celebration of community, culture and tradition with the Cahto Coast Walk, Saturday June 21st and gathering at the Westport Union Landing! Please connect with Cahto Tribal leadership to inquire about details at 707-984-6197 or vicechair@cahtotribe-nsn.gov .
The San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians presents their San Pasqual Reservation Gathering, featuring Bird Singers, Games for kids, Watermelon Eating Contest, Grease Pole, Tug of War, and Peon Games at Dusk! All are welcome to attend. For more information, check the following: Event Inquiries: DESIREEM@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG Vendor Inquiries: ANGELINAA@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG Bird Inquiries: DESTINEEM@SANPASQUALTRIBE.ORG
Join the organization for a community volunteer day at The Cultural Conservancy's Heron Shadow Farm in Sebastopol, CA! Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 9am-3pm Come and connect with the community and the land to focus on Native plant work and riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management. Activities may include weeding, planting, and greenhouse native…
The California Native Harm Reduction Summit, "Rooted in Tradition, Rising to Action," brings together Tribal and urban Native community members, people with lived and living experience of drug use, health professionals, government representatives, and local leaders to address the ongoing challenges around substance use and stigma. This gathering fosters meaningful discussions on how harm reduction strategies can break down barriers to care, expand access to integrated treatment, and strengthen community…
Join the Native American Land Conservancy for a night of bingo! Good food & good fun!
California Indian Basketweaver's Association 2025 Summer Gathering June 27-29 Click here to pre-register – https://bit.ly/CIBA2025PreReg Click here to apply as a vendor – https://bit.ly/CIBA2025Vendor
The National UNITY Conference is an impactful five-day youth-led annual event held every July in a pre-selected region of the U.S. About 2,500 Native youth and advisors are expected to attend the 2025 National UNITY Conference in San Deigo, California, (June 27 – July 1, 2025). The National UNITY Conference complete with general sessions, regional…
Please join GAI as they celebrate 50 years. . . Celebrate Fifty Years of Two Spirit Pride at Gay American Indians’ 50th Anniversary Celebration in San Francisco on Friday, June 27th. Featuring performances by Roger Kuhn, Mason, Char Diné and the Brush Arbor Gurlz with a Complementary Buffet provided by the American Indian Cultural District.…
Mark your calendar for the 2025 Yurok Arts and Crafts Fair, July 1 at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds! If you are interested in being a vendor, please visit yuroktribe.org to find guidelines and an application.
Join the organization for an unforgettable night of Indigenous Excellence! The Building Bridges Beyond Boarders Fashion Show presented by Finest Feathers in partnership with International Indigenous Fashion Week will take you on a breathtaking journey showcasing incredible international designers who break boundaries through style, culture, and creativity. Witness the best in beadwork go head to…
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