Over 100 years in the past Crimson Fox James, a member of the Blackfeet Nation, rode throughout the US on horseback advocating for a day to honor Native folks. In Might of 1916, New York celebrated the primary “American Indian Day.”
Many years later in 1990, Congress handed, and President George H.W. Bush signed into regulation a joint decision that designated November as Nationwide Native American Heritage Month.
Yearly the month is acknowledged by state statute or presidential proclamation.
Native American Heritage Month acknowledges and celebrates Native historical past, tradition and contributions made throughout the US.
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For a lot of, being collectively in neighborhood whether or not or not it’s small or massive gatherings is one of the simplest ways to have a good time.
Whereas these aren’t all of the occasions taking place throughout Minnesota, listed below are some upcoming occasions to take a look at all through this yr’s Native American Heritage Month:
November Occasions
2024 Ptanyetu Powwow
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Nov. 2, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., St. Cloud, Minn.
AICHO’s Knowledge from Our Elders
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Share a meal collectively and be taught from Virgil Sohm, an Ojibwe elder from Nett Lake, concerning the data he has gained, in his travels, from listening to numerous tribal elders and neighborhood religious leaders from varied tribes.
Timberwolves Native American Heritage Month
2024 Spherical Dance
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Nov. 8, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., Morris, Minn.
ninth Annual Veterans Wacipi
North Star Voices: They Would Not Be Moved
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North Star Voices highlights a few of Minnesota’s hidden, forgotten or off-pavement landscapes and outside experiences. Be a part of the Minnesota Historic Society in studying concerning the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and the way the neighborhood stood up for itself to maintain their reservation.
Live performance and Artwork Show for Lacking and Murdered Indigenous Ladies
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A night of highly effective music and artwork devoted to elevating consciousness for Lacking and Murdered Indigenous Ladies. Hosted at Denfeld Excessive College, the occasion will characteristic gifted artists and musicians coming collectively to honor and assist the neighborhood. Price to attend.
2024 American Indian Night time
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Nov. 11, 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mankato, Minn.
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Be a part of Minnesota State College Mankato to be taught extra about American Indian Tradition, historical past, and neighborhood. Keynote speaker Patty Krawec, writer of “Changing into Kin” will provide a Q&A and e-book signing.
Group members and elected officers collect on the shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis to have a good time Indigenous Peoples Day throughout a dawn ceremony on Oct. 14.
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2024 Misaabe Anishinaabe Cultural Expo
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Nov. 13, 9:30 a.m. – Nov. 14, 1:30 p.m., Mountain Iron, Minn.
Giving Thanks and Veterans Feast
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Nov. 14, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., Cloquet, Minn.
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Be a part of Fond du Lac Tribal and Group school in honoring FDLTCC college students, school, workers, and neighborhood members who’re army veterans or are at the moment on lively obligation. The free occasion will characteristic a scrumptious feast and is open to the general public.
KBFT’s Mino Mashkiki Music Fest
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Nov. 15, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Virginia, Minn.
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Showcase of Modern Native American music that includes Hip/Hop, Rock, Indie, and AlterNative Dwell performances. Keith Secola, Annie Humphrey, Battle Bonnet, Itz lil lee and Bobby V.
Native American Heritage Month Spherical Dance
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Nov. 16, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m., Bemidji, Minn.
BirchBark Creations: Crafting Earrings with Custom and Nature
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Mashkiki Studios LLC will maintain a birchbark earring workshop exploring the cultural and historic significance of birchbark. Led by expert artisans, contributors will have the ability to create their very own distinctive earrings. The category is open to all talent ranges with a payment.
Tobacco bounces on a drum throughout Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations on the Dawn Star Cultural Heart on Oct. 13, 2014 in Seattle.
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We Are Water: Trend Present
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Nov. 21, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., Shakopee, Minn.
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Be a part of SMSC’s first-ever trend present exploring the theme “Water Suits All.” Designs within the present will characteristic work from Invoice Brien, Georgina Drapeau, Marlena Myles, Kayla Lookinghorse, and Jocy and Trae Little Sky. The night may even characteristic DJ AO showing as a dwell DJ and Redwing Thomas as emcee.
Reclaiming Identification
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Hosted by the Minneapolis Institute of Artwork, have a good time Native American Heritage Month by means of artwork, movie and excursions.
Decolonize Thanksgiving 3.0
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Hosted by Hearth within the Village at The Hook and Ladder Theater, “Decolonize Thanksgiving 3.0” is a particular Indigenous live performance with a special perspective on the vacation. Annie Humphrey, David Huckfelt and particular company will carry out. Occasion is 21+.
