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Indigenous Culture Day
In-person
Culinary & food Dance History & heritage Indigenous Singing StorytellingDate and time
Location
The Flats, corner of Brown and Cameron Street, Neepawa
Corner of Brown and Cameron Street.
Neepawa, MB
Directions: Please bring a lawnchair for the Pow wow presentations.
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
Wheelchair accessible, is a relaxed performance, has gender-neutral washrooms, and will have a sign language interpreter.
About
Indigenous Culture Day is about starting the dialogue with our youth and the rest of our community to have them not only learn about what the day represents, but also how amazing and wonderful the Indigenous Culture is. The day will begin with a Pow Wow Presentation at 10:00am and activities to follow will include Teepee set up, bannock making over a fire, beading, Indigenous Story Telling, Ribbon skirt making, Regalia, Drumming and Singing.
Partners include the Town of Neepawa, Beautiful Plains School Division and members of Waywayseecappo First Nation, Rolling River First Nation, Sandy Bay First Nation, Birdtail Sioux First Nation, Tataskweyak Cree Nation.
Links
- ArtsForward's Website artsforward.ca
Organizer
ArtsForward - Yvonne Sisley
Artsforward is dedicated to fostering arts and culture within our community, ensuring inclusivity for people of all backgrounds and identities. Our mission is to have a vibrant and diverse cultural landscape that celebrates and honors the richness of our community’s residents.
At the core of our mandate is the belief that arts and culture have the power to unite people, bridge differences, and promote understanding. We strive to provide a platform that showcases a wide range of artistic expressions, including visual arts, performing arts, music, dance, theater, literature, and more.
In pursuit of inclusivity, we actively work to engage and involve individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. We aim to create an environment that is accessible and welcoming to all, breaking down barriers and promoting cultural exchange. Through our programs, initiatives, and events, we seek to promote dialogue, foster creativity, and provide opportunities for all.