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  • CAICC Education Committee Game Day Fundraiser

    Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison St., Chicago, IL, United States

    The CAICC Education Committee invites you to our Game Day Fundraiser. Join us forthe last game of the regular season at Wrigley Field! A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased through this offer will be donated to support the work of CAICC'sEducation Committee, whose mission is to provide, advocate, and support an inter-tribal […]

  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the culture and history of Native people past, present, and future. Join us at the Mitchell Museum to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of Indigenous cultures with FREE admission to the museum all day. Bring your friends and your family to enrich your understanding of Indigenous histories and cultures and enjoy […]

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    Indigenous Peoples’ Day Powwow

    ETHS Field House 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL, United States

    Thank you for attending the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian's first-ever community powwow in partnership with Evanston Township High School. This historic community event celebrated our forthcoming rebranding and honors the achievements of Illinois's Native community, including the state-wide inclusion of Indigenous histories in public schools and the establishment of the state's first Indian […]

  • An Evening of Storytelling

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    CNAIR Artist and Elders in Residence Full Schedule October 8 - 18, 2024FERN RENVILLE  Fern Renville is a storyteller, artist, playwright, and enrolled citizen of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate. Fern lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she is currently investigating the role of nettle fiber in Dakota material culture as a Native Artist in Residence […]

  • Corn Husk Bat Workshop

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Visit the Mitchell Museum on Monday, October 28th between 4-6pm to make corn husk bats for spooky season! These cute bats are a neat way to use the husks of corn as fall decor for more than one fall season! Camille will be hosting the workshop in our library space wearing her favorite spooky season […]

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    47th Annual Benefit

    PALMHOUSE 619 Howard Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    You're Invited to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian 47th Annual BenefitDate: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Time: VIP Reception and Book Signing-5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Gala-6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guest of Honor: Sean Sherman (Oglala Lakota), award-winning chef, educator, author, and activist Location: Palmhouse, 619 Howard Street, Evanston, IL 60202  Chef Sean ShermanFounder/Senior Director of Vision & […]

  • November Free Day

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit and shop with different local Indigenous artists. Featured Artists this […]

  • Dagwaagin(Fall) Artist Market – Small Business Saturday

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

      Dagwaagin (Fall) Artist Market - Small Business Saturday This program honors Native American entrepreneurs and brings together innovative Native artists, business owners, leaders, and creators with community members, buyers, and potential clients. Participating Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs will have the chance to share their arts and crafts, contributions, accomplishments, and professional services with the […]

  • December Free Day

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum on Monday, December 30th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit and shop with different local Indigenous artists. Booth spots […]

  • January Free Day

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum on Monday, January 20th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This Free Day is made possible thanks to a generous contribution in memory of Isaac Moldofsky.Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit and […]

  • February Free Day

    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum on Monday, February 17th, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This Free Day is made possible thanks to a generous contribution in honor of Robin Wall Kimmerer!Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit […]