Native American Heritage Month

November marks National Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich history, culture, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples across our nation. This month offers a meaningful opportunity to recognize the diverse heritage of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities, and to reflect on their invaluable role in shaping our shared history and culture.

• • Read Native: Native American Heritage Reading Challenge
    • All November 
    • Prairie Creek Branch Library (9609 Lake June Rd.)
    • Skyline Branch Library (6006 Everglade Rd.)
    • Kleberg- Rylie (1301 Edd Rd.)
    • Pleasant Grove Branch Library (7310 Lake June Rd.)
    • Celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November at your library! Dive into the Read Native Reading Challenge, featuring books by Native American authors and stories about Indigenous history and culture. Pick up your reading challenge at the library, explore powerful voices and narratives, and return your completed challenge by November 30 to claim a special prize! Prizes will be available for pickup until December 4. A great activity for all ages!
      
      
  • The Dallas Museum of Art’s Indigenous American art collection
    • Permanent exhibition
    • Dallas Museum of Art (1717 N Harwood St.)
    • On Indigenous Peoples Day and every day, the DMA is proud to showcase the thriving culture of Indigenous peoples. The Dallas Museum of Art’s Indigenous American art collection extends from Alaska to the Andes, representing nearly 150 cultures and artistic traditions, 4,500 artworks, and a timespan of approximately 4,500 years. We invite you to experience our recently refreshed Indigenous American Art Galleries where you will find artworks as vibrant as the cultures from which they originate.
      
      
  • Crafternoon: Corn Husk Dolls
    • November 5, 2024 from 4-3 p.m. at Audelia Road Branch Library (10045 Audelia Rd.)
    • November 6 from 2-3 p.m. at Forest Green Branch Library (9619 Greenville Ave.)
    • November 12, 2024 from 4-5 p.m. at Vickery Park Branch Library (8333 Park Ln.)
    • November 13 from 1-2 p.m. at Skillman Southwestern Branch Library (5707 Skillman St.)
    • In honor of Native and Indigenous American Heritage Month, join us in crafting traditional corn husk dolls! Originating from Native American craftsmanship, these dolls carry a rich history, later embraced by European settlers and African Americans in colonial times. Today, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own unique corn husk doll and discover more about its origins and the cultural significance it holds within Native American traditions.
      
      
  • ICAE Powwow Princess Pageant
    • Friday, November 8, 2024 from 6-8 p.m.
    • Texas Native Health (1269 Crossings Rd.)
    • Experience Native American culture and witness young women share their spirit and knowledge at this pageant, hosted by the Inter-Tribal Council of AT&T Employees, a nonprofit group of Native American employees at the Dallas-based company. Contestants will be tested in various areas, including cultural knowledge, inter-tribal dance, and talent rooted in tradition. Awards will be given to those who excel, with titles such as Miss Photogenic, Miss Congeniality, and Essay Winner honoring their achievements.
      
      
  • Senior Harmony: Brain and Body with Coyote Rock
    • Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 1 – 2 p.m.
    • Grauwyler Park Branch Library (2146 Gilford St.)
    • Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month with this movement workshop presented by Coyote Rock. Learn about the benefits of a holistic approach to healthy aging drawing from ancient Indigenous methods. The gentle exercises help to enhance memory, balance, and coordination while connecting you with others. 
      
  • 4th Annual Native American Heritage Month Powwow
    • Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    • AT&T Discovery District (208 S. Akard St.)
    • Experience the vibrant heritage and enduring traditions of our nation’s First Peoples this Native American History Month. Join us for a memorable Saturday in the District, where you can shop with Native American artisans, enjoy the beauty of traditional powwow dances and demonstrations, and soak up live music that celebrates Indigenous culture.
      
      
  • NAHM Courageous Conversations: Digital Storytelling as Community Affirming PracticesBack to Events
    • Monday, November 14, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    •  Dallas College El Centro Campus (801 Main St.)
    • Join arts educator, community organizer, and multidisciplinary artist Emi Aguilar for an insightful discussion on digital storytelling and its role in preserving the rich history of her Coahuiltecan homeland, spanning Central Texas to Northern Mexico.
      
  • Brothers and Sisters Mask Making workshop
    • Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 2-3 p.m.
    • Pleasant Grove Branch Library (7310 Lake June Rd.)
    • Dora Brought Plenty is an indigenous artist based in Dallas, TX. and is of the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, Turtle Clan. She will be bringing her Brothers & Sisters mask making workshop to the Pleasant Grove community. Participants will learn about the importance of our brothers and sisters in nature such as wolves, eagles, wind, flowers, etc. with this mask making workshop. All materials will be supplied!
      
  • Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli – Aztec Dancers
    • Saturday, November 20, 2024 from 1-2 p.m.
    • Arcadia Park Branch Library (1302 Justin Ave.)
    • In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we are thrilled to present Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli, a Dallas-based Aztec dance company. Known for their authentic regalia and commitment to tradition, this family brings ceremonial dedication to every performance. Join us outdoors as they deliver a vibrant and energetic display of this traditional art form. Please dress accordingly for the weather to fully enjoy the experience.