Apply by April 29, 2024 Starting in 2024, Harpo Foundation will offer an annual $25,000 fellowship to amplify the contributions of under-recognized native American contemporary visual artists. The Impact Award for Native American Art aims to further the foundation’s mission to expand creative inquiry through inclusivity and equitable representation in the visual arts. To be […]
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Hodinöhšö:ni:h Language Conference Call for Presenters
Attn: Hodinöhšö:ni:h Language Teachers, Content Creators, and Educators By Damian Webster (Director Honöta:önih Hënödeyësdahgwa’) Nya:wëh sgë:nö’ swagwe:göh, Honöta:önih Hënödeyësdahgwa’, in collaboration with Seneca Nation Language departments of Cattaraugus and Allegany, RIT Native American Future Stewards Program, Ganondagan State Historic Site, and Friends of Ganondagan, would like to host our second annual language conference. This event […]
Marie Watt: LAND STITCHES WATER SKY
Forum Gallery Apr. 13–Sept. 22, 2024 at Carnegie Museum of Art | carnegieart.org Pictured above: Marie Watt, Placeholder (Horizon), 2024, courtesy of the artist, © Marie Watt Marie Watt: LAND STITCHES WATER SKY explores steel and glass—materials deeply tied to Western Pennsylvania’s industrial history—from Watt’s Indigenous perspective as a member of the Seneca Nation with […]
Celebrating Women’s History Month with Marie Watt!
Repost from Trickster Cultural Center FB We celebrated Women’s History Month with Marie Watt, a member of the Seneca Nation of Indians. Watt is known for her work with textile arts and community collaboration. She became the 1st Native American student to receive a Masters of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Art.
2024 Native Forward Alumni Convening
Native Forward Scholars Fund Alumnus Dave Kimelberg (Seneca Nation) selected as keynote speaker The Native Forward Scholars Fund held their annual Alumni Convening for a one-day event in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 13, 2024. Native Forward’s Alumni Convening took place during The National Center For American Indian Enterprise Development’s Reservation Economic Summit. We are […]
Get a Gift for Mom Vendor Day
Hosted by the Catt Rez Beaders Stop down to the Stanley Huff Heritage Center on Saturday, April 27th for their Get a Gift for Mom Vendor Day. Stop by for the gifts, stay for the laughs and enjoy some good food! To reserve a vendor space, call Mary or Sam at 716-532-8162.
SAVE THE DATE:
Raymond & Ella Jimerson Family Reunion The Raymond & Ella Jimerson Family Reunion will be held August 3, 2024 this year. The NEXT planning meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2024 at the CCC, at 6pm. For more information or if you have questions, contact Treat Montour at 716-984-6784
Donate Blood In Memory of Robin Crouse
….or your Mom, Gram, coworker or someone else special! Robin knew that donating blood is vital to our community’s health. She selflessly donated over 6 gallons and coordinated many health center blood drives. She was dedicated to this life-saving mission. Come donated in Robin’s honor & help ensure blood is there for others in need […]
Lily Gladstone’s Oscars 2024 Dress Paid Homage to Her Native American Roots With 216 Quilled Petals
It took a whole team to complete this look, including our very own Aryien Stevens! Ja:göh March 11, 2024 | By Donya Momenian | teenvogue.com Lily Gladstone might not have taken home the Best Actress trophy, but they made history at the Oscars 2024 in more than one way. It all started when she became […]
WNY Lax Fest: Calling All Indigenous Vendors!
We are excited to host some amazing and cultural talent! Participate in our heritage festival over the WNY Lax Fest weekend! Join us at the heart of a vibrant celebration of culture and community at the Western New York lacrosse festival, happening May 4-5, 2024! We are calling on traditional artists and craftspeople to showcase […]