CONNECTION I & II Indigenous Art of the Great Basin Exhibition on display at the Owens Valley Paiute-Shoshone Cultural Center, Bishop, California February 25, 2022 – September 2022 Featured artists included in the exhibition are: Ben Aleck, Loretta Burden, Karma Henry, Micqaela Jones, Jack Malotte, Melissa Melero-Moose, Lyn Risling and Topah Spoonhunter. Over 50 pieces…
"Our Existence is Our Resistance is a collection of paintings by Dr. Eric Tippeconnic, an enrolled member of the Comanche nation and Assistant Professor in American Indian Studies here at California State University San Marcos (housed on the traditional homelands of the Luiseño/Payómkawichum peoples). The exhibition tells the story of resiliency and pride in multi-layered…
The La Jolla Historical Society is honored to present an exhibit of contemporary art created by Native Americans from the reservations of Southern California where San Diego County is home to eighteen reservations - more than any other county in the United States. Southern California Natives live both on and off the Rez, upholding historic…
Hosted by the Southern California Tribal Tobacco Coalition Located at the San Pasqual Ball Fields, 2731 San Pasqual Parkway, Valley Center, CA 92082 Please register before attendance
Greg and Obi launch their live, video-podcast from the backcountry of Sonoma Mountain produced by Wildbound Literary PR. This 12-part series will cover a vast range of topics exploring what it is to be from California. Ranging from historic policy to traditional ecological knowledge, from scientific innovation to indigenous criticism, join Greg and Obi for…
Hosted by the Sierra Mono Museum & Cultural Center This two-day event takes place the first weekend in August every year. The residents of North Fork invite everyone to celebrate together to renew spirit among the California Indian people. 33103 Road 228 North Fork, CA 93643
A gathering focused on empowering Native youth and men while providing education about the sacredness of our hair. Hosted by Friendship House Association of American Indians 56 Julian Ave, San Francisco, CA For more information, email AuroraM@nativehealth.org or call (415) 503-1046
Located near the South Fork of the American River This trip is for BIPOC youth and families. All participants will be asked to take a COVID-19 instant test on the day of the event. Space is limited. Register at: hhtps://tinyurl.com/RiverRaftTrip
Back to school webinar hosted by the Redbud Resource Group RSVP at https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/back-to-school-native-education-event-august-9th-2022/form
Tule Canoe Workshop with Artist & Indigenous Water Navigation Expert Redbird Willie Inviting Indigenous Communities to Learn with Us In this workshop participants will build one small tule canoe to launch in the water in the afternoon. Techniques will include tying and lacing to construct the canoe. The workshop will end with putting the canoe…
Presented by the Native American Caucus Located at State Capitol Park - World Peace Rose Gardens Reception after located at Cafeteria 15L, 116 15th St Sacramento, CA 95814
KQED's Arts & Culture podcast Rightnowish presents a Bay Area stand-up comedy night, featuring Mike Evans Jr., Jackie Keliiaa, and Dara M. Wilson. Rightnowish host Pendarvis Harshaw and producer Marisol Medina-Cadena M.C. things, kicking off with an open mic and bringing you these singularly Bay Area comic voices, while throughout you can sip on Pendarvis's signature drink, the Pen Pal Mezcal. Come hear the new…
City of Hawaiian Gardens 22nd Annual Robert Canada Friendship Pow Wow All Dancers and Drums Welcome. August 20 and 21, 2022 Saturday, 12 noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, 12 noon to 6 p.m. Furgeson Elementary School Baseball Field 22215 S. Elaine Avenue Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716 Cost: Free
Come out for a fun day of harvesting and clearing as we dive into the Fall season together! Your support will help us continue our abundant season of food and seed distribution to Native community partners across the Bay Area and beyond. Hosted by The Cultural Conservancy To register, please use the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/farm-volunteer-day-at-heron-shadow-registration-394118768847?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb…
The Salmon Festival begins with the free Ney’ Puey 5K Run at 10:00 am. At 10:30 am, watch the Salmon Festival parade then enjoy a salmon dinner cooked in a traditional Yurok way. This is a family-friendly, free festival. Attendees will also enjoy watching the highly competitive Stick Game Tournament. (The Stick Game is played…
This exhibition analyzes representations of the Americas, questioning the mythologies and utopian visions that proliferated after the arrival of Europeans to the continent. Featuring artistic interventions by Denilson Baniwa, an Indigenous contemporary artist from the Amazon region of Brazil, and the voices of local community groups in Los Angeles, Reinventing the Américas counters the views of European…
At this family friendly event focused on Native arts, culture, health and wellness you will learn more about the Cultural District, San Francisco American Indian Serving orgs and support local businesses and vendors while enjoying live entertainment from the inter-tribal American Indian/Native Alaskan community. Located at 1979 Mission Street Parking Lot, San Francisco, CA For…
United American Indian Involvement, Inc. Celebrates the Grand Opening of their new location. Live Music, Great Food, Cultural Performers, Workshops and Tours of the New UAII Home. The event is free and open to the public featuring music - cultural performers - food - and special guests. Get to know the UAII staff, tour the…
Join local artists and community organizers to learn more about Juristac Located at the Gilroy Center For the Arts, 7341 Monterey St Gilroy CA 95020 For more information, visit protectjuristac.org
Taking place at the Sequoia Conference Center and on Zoom For more information, please call (707) 825-5070 Register for the Zoom at: https://uihs.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3D033WG_TJ-uwhfKTU6Abw
We are excited to bring you the second episode of Place & Purpose with Greg Sarris and Obi Kaufmann, broadcast live from the backcountry of Sonoma Mountain. This time, they two will be discussing the coming of fall, harvest, and other topics related to California's seasonal history, ecology, and indigenous wisdom. Don't miss it! The live…
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles is thrilled to announce its 15th season of summer performances in MacArthur Park that continues to reflect the cultural mosaic of Los Angeles with an outstanding lineup while enjoying an iconic LA outdoor setting. On September 2nd, Levitt Pavilion is will be hosting Digging Roots in concert. Located at 2230 W…
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