Leland Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day with Cultural Activities, Education, and Community Engagement – 9and10News.com

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration in Leland

Event Date: Monday, Oct. 12
Location: Old Art Building, 111 S. Main St., Leland

Join us for a free, family-friendly event hosted by the Leland Cultural District, honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Schedule of Activities:

• 12:45 PM:

  • Drumming by the Dusty Bear Singers and Tribal Community Dancers.

• 3:00 – 4:00 PM:

  • Indigenous Knowledges Film Hour featuring short films from:
    • Leelanau Conservancy
    • Kchi Wiikwedong History Marker Project
    • Leelanau Historical Society

• 4:00 – 6:00 PM:

  • Engage in food, art, and educational activities, including Indigenous cuisine with Tanya Raphael.

• 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM:

  • Free admission to the Leelanau Historical Society Museum, including the Traditional Anishinaabek Arts Room.

• 6:00 PM:

  • Special presentation by James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, a Turtle Mountain descendant and renowned speaker, focusing on the connections between Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe language), culture, and traditional teachings.
  • Books will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation.

All events are free and open to the public. We look forward to celebrating with you!