In partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison, Madison Public Library welcomes a variety of Native artists, storytellers, and community leaders for a series of programs celebrating Indigenous people in and beyond Teejop (Four Lakes, or Madison). Native folks from different nations will host events highlighting both traditional and contemporary practices, stories, and community relationships. Programs kick off in October following Indigenous Peoples' Day, and include art workshops, storytelling, critical discussions, and more!
Upcoming Events in this Series
No results match the selected criteria.
Past Events in this Series
Come sample a few dishes the Ho Chunk people deem as traditional foods, including wild rice casserole, wild rice soup, frybread, fruit, and more. Supplies are limited; first come, first served.…
Join Ho-Chunk elder and writer, Sherman Funmaker, as he presents his original poetry and stories of a Native life in Wisconsin. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share their…
Join Menominee artist Yvette Peguero and learn how to create a beaded drum necklace! Participants will learn why the drum is important to Menominee culture and why it is considered the "heartbeat…
Learn how to make a pair of beaded earrings with Menominee artist and educator, Yvette Peguero! Participants will use beads, thread, earring hooks, leather, and needles, and will…
Learn about Anishinaabe musical instruments with Dawn and Rob Moneyhan. Included will be hand drums, flutes, and different types of shakers. Participants will have an opportunity to play along and…
Join Kimberly Crowley as she demonstrates the process of making Ho-Chunk Black Ash Baskets. Participants will be able to make their own paper basket as well as help make a communal Black Ash…
With the recent finds and recoveries of several ancient dugout canoes from Lake Mendota in Madison, Wisconsin, there's a heightened awareness of the use of these ancient watercrafts throughout the…
Kimberly Crowley is a member of the Hall family, known for their skills as master Ho-Chunk black ash and miniature basket weavers. Basket weaving is one of the longest practiced Ho-Chunk artistic…
This year marks the 100 year anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act. Join Torey Dolan, William H. Hastie Fellow at the University of Wisconsin Law School, for a reflection on the past 100 years…
Learn how to make a pair of beaded earrings with Menominee artist and educator, Yvette Peguero! Participants will learn about Native pride, creativity, and the meaning of Native symbols.
…