Sierra Mono Museum 52nd Annual Indian Fair Days & Pow Wow
North Fork Recreation Center 33507 Recreation Road 230, North Fork, CA, United StatesPublic welcome, food & craft vendors, dance competition! A Pow Wow, or cultural celebration, as it was called in former times, is a truly family event growing out of the economic, social, and cultural experiences of many Native American tribes. Pow Wows allow people to come together to sing, dance, make friends, renew old friendships,…
Mother Earth Clan Ways with Youth Advisory Board & Lorene Sisquoc
Sacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center 5800 S Eastern Ave Suite 500, Commerce, CA, United StatesSacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center will be hosting a workshop with the Mother Earth Clan. The workshop will happen with the center's Youth Advisory Board Meeting. It’s open to all youth from ages 12 to 24. To register email pflores@sacredpath.org.
Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements
ZoomAre you wanting to become a good ally to tribal communities? Then Redbud Resource Group has the training for you! On August 6th, 2024, they will be hosting a Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements workshop, which is an interactive 2.5 hour workshop for individuals seeking to grow their allyship with Native peoples and their communities. In…
Learning Landscapes
Idyllwild Arts Campus 52500 Temecula Rd., Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA, United StatesLearning landscapes returns to Idyllwild in August. This event is open to Native families from the Coachella Valley, San Gorgonio Pass, and surrounding areas. Lodging and meals are provided, but space is limited. If you are interested in attending this Learning Landscapes programing without lodging accommodations, send an email to programs@nativeamericanland.org for details To register…
Annual Queer Ecos Field Trip
Sequoia National Park Visalia, CA, United StatesFree event hosted by The Queer Sol Collective, Save The Redwoods, and Rainbow Spaces for youth ages 13 to 19.
Hawaiian Gardens Robert Canada Friendship Pow Wow 2024
Fedde Sports Complex 21409 Elaine Avenue, Hawaiian Gardens, CA, United StatesAll dancers and drums welcome. Saturday, August 17th, 2024: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Sunday, August 18th, 2024: 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Fedde Sports Complex 21409 Elaine Avenue, Hawaiian Gardens, CA, 90716
60th Annual Salmon Festival
Klamath, CaSAVE THE DATE! The Yurok Tribe’s 60th Annual Klamath Salmon Festival is happening on Saturday, August 17. Every year, the Yurok Tribe puts on the Salmon Festival to collectively celebrate the majestic Klamath River. All are invited to the family-oriented event. Held in Klamath on the Yurok Reservation, the Salmon Festival includes live music, cultural…
Billy Mills – Book Signing/Meet & Greet
State Indian Museum 2618 K St., Sacramento, CA, United StatesEvent Details: Date/Time - 08/17/2024 (11:00 am to 1:00 pm) Location - 2618 K Street, Sacramento, CA State Indian Museum SHP Cost - Free Description: Billy Mills, Oglala Lakota, Olympic 10,000 meter run gold medal winner and author, will be at the State Indian Museum on August 17th signing copies of his new children's book,…
2024 Dragonfly Gala
Morongo Community Center 13000 Fields Rd., Banning, CA, United StatesDorothy Ramon Learning Center will celebrate Malki Museum at the 2024 Dragonfly Gala! Join the event to give the Dragonfly Award for high-soaring achievements in saving and sharing Native American cultures to Malki! MORONGO COMMUNITY CENTER 13000 Malki Road, Morongo Reservation The 2024 Dragonfly Gala is supported by the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. Bird…
Informative Lecture: Unrecognized in California
Federal Acknowledgement and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians You are invited to an informative lecture by Dr. Olivia Chilcote who will talk about her newly released book, Unrecognized in California, which tells the story of the San Luis Rey Band’s efforts to gain recognition through the Federal Acknowledgment Process. In the context…
52nd Annual Barona Powwow
Barona Sports Park 1095 Barona Road, Lakeside, CA, United StatesOur Water Ways: A Tribal Community Screening
Yurok Country Visitor Center 101 Klamath Boulevard, Klamath, CaliforniaCome join the visitor center for a special screening of Our Water Ways, a film celebrating tribal communities' deep connection to our precious water sources. Sacred Places Institute for Indigenous Peoples’ Media Team is organizing a tribal screening of the film "Our Water Ways". This film highlights the deep connection between the people and their…
Sycuan Fashion Show: The Fire Within
Sycuan Casino 5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA, United StatesThe Sycuan Band of The Kumeyaay Nation would like to present their 2024 Sycuan Fashion Show. A place to showcase Native American talents in the field of art in the mainstream. This year they will showcase 11 designers from all over turtle Island and their designs will be for sale after the show. Doors open…
35th Annual Sycuan Powwow
5577 Dehesa Rd. El Cajon, California 92019 5577 Dehesa Road, El Cajon, CA, United StatesAnnual Acorn Festival
Tuolumne Rancheria 19595 Mi Wu St., Tuolumne, CA, United StatesThe Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians invites you to the Annual Acorn Festival, a traditional celebration of the black oak acorn harvest with California traditional dancers, hand games tournament, Native arts & crafts, more. No pets, drugs, or alcohol allowed. Mi Wu Street, Tuolumne Rancheria, Tuolumne, CA 95379 209-928-5300/928-347
New Exhibition: Brian Duane Tripp (1945-2022)
Clarke Historical Museum 240 E. Street, Eureka, CA, United StatesJoin the museum for a journey into the vibrant world of Brian Duane Tripp (1945-2022), a celebrated member of the Karuk Tribe whose artistic prowess and cultural contributions have left an indelible mark on history. Including the mural on the Clarke’s building in Opera Alley, “ The Sun Set Twice On The People That Day.”…
UAII 23rd Annual Community Gathering and Family Picnic
The Autry Museum of the American West 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesUnited American Indian Involvement is hosting American Indian Day celebration on September 8th, 2024 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Autry Museum (South Lawn Area). Delicious food - Entertaining performances - A mini powwow Feel free to bring lawn chairs and your regalia for the mini powwow. Make sure to explore all booths…
National Heirloom Expo
Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CaliforniaCome hang out with the Wishtoyo Chumash Foundation at the National Heirloom Expo going on from September 10th through 12th! Wishtoyo will be talking about the exciting and impactful work they're doing to rematriate the land and restore Native food systems. They will be discussing local native plants and their importance to Chumash culture. It’s…
California Truth & Healing Council: In Person Regional Hearing – East Bay
UC Berkeley Native Community Center Anthony Hall on Eshleman Rd, Berkeley, CaliforniaPlease join the California Truth & Healing Council for the September Regional Hearings in the East Bay Area. Regional Hearings are an opportunity for tribes and California Native Americans to provide testimony to the Council on specific issues that may be unique to the region. These meetings are in-person but will be recorded and posted…
Steps to Landback: A Community Film Night
Butte College 3536 Butte Campus Dr, Oroville, CaliforniaThe resource group invites you to a special community film night and gathering at Butte College! Sponsored by the Native American Center at Butte College, in collaboration with Happy Valley Film Co. and Redbud Resource Group, the film highlights the Konkow Band of Maidu Indians on their journey to Land Reclamation & Cultural Revitalization. 📅…
Pá’Čapa Documentary Screening and Directors Panel
Benton Museum of Art Pomona College 120 West Bonita Avenue, Claremont, CA, United StatesThursday, September 12, 2024 | 7:00 pm–8:15 pm Join the college for a screening and panel with directors Lorene Sisquoc, Blossom Maciel, Daisy Ocampo Diaz, and Rosie Aranda. Mt. Rubidoux, a sacred mountain located in Riverside, California, overlooks the Santa Ana River bend. This mountain is an iconic Riverside landmark and includes a three-mile recreational…
Table Mountain Rancheria’s 21st Annual Pow-Wow
Table Mountain Casino Resort Pow Wow Grounds 777 Jackpot Lane, Friant, CaliforniaIt’s Pow-Wow time! Join the Table Mountain September 13th - 15th for Table Mountain Rancheria’s 21st Annual Pow-Wow! Admission is free and open to the public! There will be food and craft vendors and plenty of dancing! View the full schedule of events at tmcasino.com/powwow. For more information, call 559-316-6399.
California Truth & Healing Council: In Person Regional Hearing – East Bay
UC Berkeley Pinnantak Garden 1376 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CaliforniaPlease join the California Truth & Healing Council for the September Regional Hearings in the East Bay Area. Regional Hearings are an opportunity for tribes and California Native Americans to provide testimony to the Council on specific issues that may be unique to the region. These meetings are in-person but will be recorded and posted…
Moompetam American Indian Festival
Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, United StatesYou are invited to join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its twentieth annual Moompetam American Indian Festival. This celebration features traditional cultural craft demonstrations, storytelling, music, and dance. The festival celebrates indigenous California maritime cultures, including Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseño, and Kumeyaay. General admission is required. Free for Aquarium members with reservations. DATE…
Speaking Landscapes
Hunat Paač Pihaáka (Bears Water) Address and directions to the preserve will be provided to registered guests prior to the event.Spend some time with the Native American Land Conservancy at Hunat Paač Pihaáka (Bears Water) in Morongo Valley, September 14, from 10AM-1PM. They will be hosting two wonderful Native artists, Rose Ann Hamilton and Alicia Adams along with a small hike around the preserve, guided by Elizabeth Paige. Please visit the NALC's website or check…
Good Medicine: A Night of Live Native Stand-up
Oakland Museum of California 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, CA, United StatesSat., Sept. 14 catch Good Medicine at @oaklandmuseumca! Don’t miss this stacked lineup with @_rezzalicious, @moccasincomedy, @dkechohawk and @jackiecomedy! Tickets on sale now 🎟️ Arrive early for live tunes by @johnpaulhodge, food by @wahpepahskitchen and @pro_ve_cho, and a Native artisan market, featuring handcrafted jewelry, beadwork and accessories. Alcoholic drinks and other beverages will be available…
2024 California Native Creations Art Show
Finley Community Center 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa, CaliforniaThe art show will again be hosted by the City of Santa Rosa, and held in the beautiful Person Senior Wing of the Finley Community Center in Santa Rosa. Show opens to the public on Sept. 16 – Thursday, Nov. 21. Reception: Friday, October 4, from 5p.m. – 7p.m. Tri-County Pomo Dancers will join the event. Show…
Community Blessing
Native American Health Center 1443 Derby Ave., Oakland, CA, United StatesAll are welcome to come to the center's next Community Blessing at their Janet King Ceremonial Space on September 18th. Join them for blessings from Traditional Healing Practitioner MarTan Martinez, (Pomo/Wappo), and build connections with your community. For further details, reach out to DallasW@nativehealth.org #CommunityBlessing #BayAreaNatives #CommunityHealth #CultureIsPrevention
California Indian Day Celebration: In Collaboration with Sherman Indian High School
Sherman Indian High School 9010 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, United StatesNext week, September 19th, join the center for their California Indian Day celebration in collaboration with Sherman Indian High School. They will be set up in the Kellogg Plaza, where they will host CA native food tastings, intertribal drum, bird singing, dancing and more! Come out and join in!
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