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Native Artists Winter Gathering: Craft Show and Sale

Black Oak Casino Resort 19400 Tuolumne Road North, Tuolumne, CA, United States

Come to the Native Artists Winter Gathering Craft Show and Sale.  Saturday, February 22, 10 am - 5 pm Sunday, February 23, 10 am - 1 pm The Native Artists Winter Gathering Craft Show and Sale is hosted by Dorthy Standage Family Memorial Fund. Come and meet local Native artists selling their  jewelry, beadwork, featherwork, stickers, clothes, and more! Free admission, all are welcome. For more information and for vendor inquiries, contact: Sunny at sdelgadilo@mewuk.com

Fall in Love with Your Culture: Ribbon Shirt & Skirt Making

Live Again Fresno 1145 W Hedges Ave, Fresno, California

Fresno area and virtual participants!  Check out this workshop put on by the Gabrielino-Tongva Nation: Ribbon shirt and skirt making! Contact Regina to sign up and for supply list: (559) 892-3849 . Join in-person at Live Again Fresno or online over zoom. *This is a Gabrielino-Tongva Nation Event - Prefernce given to GTN Tribal citizens.…

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…

3rd Annual MMIP Tribal Policy Summit

Pala Casino Spa Resort 11154 California 76, Pala, California

SAVE THE DATES - The Yurok Tribe is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous People ("MMIP") Summit is scheduled for February 25th-26th, 2025 and would like to invite all Indigenous People and allies to participate. Exhibitors/Vendors: Secure your spot now! If you would like to reserve a table for your organization or arts and…

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

Native American Beadwork Workshop

Joe Balderrama Community Center 709 San Diego St., Oceanside, California

February 28, 2025. 4:00-5:30 PM. Join the organization for an inspiring masterclass on the traditional art of Native American beadwork, a featured part of their Kids and Youth Class & Workshop series. (Ages 10 - 18) Discover the deep history behind this intricate craft and enjoy a hands-on opportunity to create your own unique beaded…

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,…

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