Indigenize Your Mind Book Club: Indian Burial Ground by Nick Medina
Join the conversation about Indigenous cultural themes, values, and community as we read works by Indigenous authors. Book Club leader Desiderya Costello is from To’Hajiilee, New Mexico. Desiderya is a member of the Navajo Nation and her clans are the Mexican Clan, Waters Edge, Big Water, and Within His Cover.
Indigenous Tattoo & Music Festival
Music! Dancers! Tattoos! Vendors! Art! Don’t miss this showcase of Indigenous creativity. Get your tickets for the festival HERE!
Meet the Author: Deborah Jackson Taffa
Discuss the acclaimed memoir Whiskey Tender with the author, Deborah Jackson Taffa. The book has been featured on many “best” lists including Esquire, Oprah Daily, ELLE, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. “Indeed, while some reviewers have already qualified her book as a “Native memoir,” Taffa’s story is in fact distinctly American, full […]
Gathering of Nations PowWow
It’s time again for North America’s biggest powwow! Everyone is welcome. Take in the food, performances, competitions and more! Event schedule HERE. Buy tickets at the website or at the door.
How Indigenous Storytellers Are Changing the Narrative of History
Bookworks is partnering with Native America Calling for a special reading and panel discussion. A conversation moderated by Native America Calling‘s own Shawn Spruce will follow readings from readings from three New Mexico authors: Deborah Taffa, author of Whiskey Tender and director of the MFA in Creative Writing at the Institute of American Indian Arts; […]
Diné Smithing Workshop: Expressing Culture Through Art
Make a small stamped copper ring and learn about the history of smithing through Indigenous lenses, especially its meaning to the Diné people. Materials provided, registration required! RSVP HERE.
Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis NM
Jean Whitehorse will discuss the missing and murdered indigenous women and relatives crisis in New Mexico, with actions we can take in our communities to help end this crisis.
Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage. All events on Saturday take place at the Convention Center except Healthy Movement, which will be on Civic Plaza.
Indigenous Life Celebration & Youth Powwow
Honor Native American Heritage Month at this two-day celebration! Interactive activities promote Native culture, language, and heritage.