JFK Library Event Details
The JFK Library will host their annual Native American Heritage Month event on Friday, November 25, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the library, which is located at Columbia Point, Boston.
Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers will share stories of both their history and modern culture in an educational program that culminates with a full-audience dance in honor of Native American Heritage Month. During this program, the whole family can learn new movements and words in this participatory experience.
The event is free, but requires registration ahead of time.
Who are the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers?
The Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers are made up of the Wampanoag communities of Aquinnah, Mashpee, & Herring Pond. They perform Eastern Social Song and Dance around New England that includes audience participation. They also have an annual event on Indigenous Peoples' Day (October 9) at the Concord Museum.
#OwnVoices: Kids Books by Indigenous Authors and Illustrators
Looking for kids books by Indigenous Authors and Illustrators? Check out the #OwnVoices list, books for children by Native American and First Nations authors and illustrators. Many are recommended by the American Indian Youth Literature Award, author Cynthia Leitich Smith, or American Indians in Children's Literature (AICL). Note that while this list specifically points to library books, all of these books are available to order online or at other book locations.
Thank You to Our Native American Heritage Month and National Day of Mourning Committee
Thank you to our 2022 Native American Heritage Month and National Day of Mourning Event Committee for their continued work compiling resources this month - Kristina England, Débora D. Ferreira, Sara MacKenzie, Megan Momtaheni, and Chanda Wolf.
Interested in becoming a DEIA Program volunteer? Complete our DEIA Program Volunteer form.