By the late nineteenth century, the federal government’s efforts to fully assimilate Native Americans had proved unsuccessful. Growing concerns over the welfare of Native communities led to the establishment of twenty-five federal off-reservation boarding schools for Native American children, where students could be formally educated and “civilized” through a strict program of academics, vocational training,…
May 24-26, 2024 University of California Riverside. Riverside Sports Complex: 1000 W. Blaine St. Riverside, Ca, 92507 Parking in Lot 26 *Admission is Free & Open to the Public* All Dancers, Drums, and Bird Singers Welcome
Thursday, 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…
Get a thoughtful local perspective from Gerald L. Clarke, Jr., Cahuilla artist and UCR Professor in the Ethnic Studies department. Challenge your assumptions by attending this talk Thursday, October 17, 2024, 3:00 p.m. Hear local artist Gerald Clarke reflect on his work and Indigenous peoples' relationships with museums. "Creative Sovereignty with Gerald Clarke" will take…
Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 6 p.m. Treaty of Temecula: A Cahuilla Narrative In 1852, ancestors of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians were signers of the Treaty of Temecula. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Member Dr. Sean Milanovich (Agua Caliente) presents his research on Native American treaties in California and discusses his recent dissertation…
Pá'Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story Directed by Rosy Aranda, Blossom Maciel, Daisy Ocampo and Lorene Sisquoc The Native American Parent Advisory Council warmly invites RUSD families to a special screening of the documentary Pá'Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story. Come learn about the history of Riverside and its connection to local tribal communities. Pá’čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story, the first…
Join the school for a day of singing, dancing, and activities in honor of Earth Day. @Sherman Indian Highschool Tuesday April 15, 2025
Save the date for the 43rd Annual Medicine Ways Conference! This year's theme is "Healing the Past, Empowering the Future". Please join the program on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 in the Student Success Center at UC Riverside! For over four decades, UCR's Native American Student Association and Native American Student Programs have hosted the annual…
Book Drop at Sherman Indian High School in Riverside, CA with a beautiful reading from THE SKY WAS ONCE A DARK BLANKET.
Join us for a FREE SCREENING of Pá'Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story, followed by a filmmaker’s talk to discuss the development of their documentary and the sacredness of Mt. Rubidoux. Filmmakers Talk Featuring Dr. Daisy Ocampo, Rosy Aranda, Lorene Sisquoc, Blossom Maciel Eventbrite Sign Up Here
Join us for an intimate discussion on Pomo basketry! Silver Galleto and Dr. Sherrie Smith-Ferri will explore the art and cultural significance of Pomo baskets.Thursday, January 222:30-3:30 p.m.Tomás Rivera Library, Room 140RSVP: DiscussingPomoBasketsWinter26.eventbrite.comAttendees will have an opportunity to examine the baskets closely and handle select pieces.Presented by UC Riverside Library, NASP, & California Center for…
Save the Date! The CNPS 2026 Conference: Growing the Movement is just around the corner! Conference Dates: February 5-7, 2026. Workshops & Field Trips: February 3-4, 2026. The CNPS Conference, held every three years, is a celebration of California’s vibrant native plant movement. Whether you're new to the community or a seasoned member, join the…
REGISTER TODAY for the annual UCR AISES Healing the Earth Conference hosted by UCR AISES, NASP, and the UCR School of Medicine. The slogan for this year's conference is "Honoring our past, healing the future". Our theme is traditional healing, traditional medicines, and inspiring future healers within our communities. This includes exploring our healing practices,…
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