Native Restaurant Review: Owamni in Minneapolis

Native Restaurant Review: Owamni in Minneapolis

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On November 23, my family and I traveled to Minneapolis, Minnesota, to spend my birthday at Sean Sherman’s (a.k.a the Sioux Chef) new restaurant, Owamni. It was an experience we will never forget. Located at OwamniYomni, a sacred site to Dakota and Anishinaabe people, or west of Mill Ruins Park,….

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Have you tuned in to “Tone and Taanii’s Tea Time”??

Have you tuned in to “Tone and Taanii’s Tea Time”??

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If you haven’t heard of the most recent Quarantine Late-Night hit “Tone and Taanii’s Tea Time”, are you even Social Distancing??? This late night talk show found only on Instagram and featuring Hip Hop artists Antoine Edwards Jr. and Nataanii Means, has quickly become the most popular late night live….

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The Urban Native Era Experience

The Urban Native Era Experience

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On March 14th in Los Angeles CA, Urban Native Era will be holding an event from 11am-6pm Pacific time. The event will be located at Exhibit A Gallery in Los Angeles, with special performances from Mato Wayuhi, and Kinsale Hueston.  The Urban Native Era Experience  Urban Native Era will also….

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“Thunder Bay”True Crime Podcast set to become TV Show

“Thunder Bay”True Crime Podcast set to become TV Show

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The true-crime podcast has captured the attention of millions of listeners worldwide. It brings attention to the community of Thunder Bay Ontario in Canada and the high rates of crime and homicide.  “The fact that a podcast like ‘Thunder Bay’ has received more than a million downloads globally makes it….

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Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg hosts exhibits to First Nations traumas

Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg hosts exhibits to First Nations traumas

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If you have never been to Winnipeg, or have never seen the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, I highly recommend adding it to your list of “must-see”s. The museum had 8 levels in total, and each level is dedicated to an aspect of Human rights. This includes a….

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The First exhibition for Native American Women’s artists at Minneapolis Institute of Art

The First exhibition for Native American Women’s artists at Minneapolis Institute of Art

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The exhibit is called “Hearts of our people: Native Women’s Artists.” and it showcases the art and works of over 115 Indigenous women from the US and Canada.  In an article published by The Guardian it states: Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists is the first ever museum retrospective….

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Genocide of 16,000 Natives – California Governor Issues Apology

Genocide of 16,000 Natives – California Governor Issues Apology

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On June 18th, 2019 California Governor Gavin Newsom issued the first ever formal apology to California Native tribes for past violence and genocide.  “California must reckon with our dark history,” said Governor Gavin Newsom. “California Native American peoples suffered violence, discrimination and exploitation sanctioned by state government throughout its history…..

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Rosalie Fish Runs for MMIW

Rosalie Fish Runs for MMIW

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“This weekend was really not like anything I’ve ever done or ever felt before,” she said after her last race. “It’s the first time I ran for anyone other than myself. … This is the first time I’ve ever made a scene and not been apologetic.” -Rosalie Fish Rosalie Fish….

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Artist Michael Toya at Gathering of Nations

Artist Michael Toya at Gathering of Nations

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Artist Michael Toya is a local artist in Albuquerque, and his art used images from his Jemez Pueblo culture.   I stopped by his booth at Gathering of Nations to see his latest creations! He has both traditional images on canvas as well as images that incorporate more modern themes like….

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Top 5 Things to See at Gathering of Nations

Top 5 Things to See at Gathering of Nations

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If you’ve never been to Gathering of Nations before, now is the time! It isn’t like most powwows in the US, it is actually the largest powwow in the world. Which means there is a LOT to see and to do while you are here. Think of it as the….

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Finally…Native American Veteran Memorial Set To Open in 2020

Finally…Native American Veteran Memorial Set To Open in 2020

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Native Veterans are set to receive a memorial park in 2020 in Washington DC.  “The Washington Post reported Thursday that design details for the structure titled “Warriors’ Circle of Honor” are still being finalized, though the memorial has been in the works for years. In 1994, Congress passed legislation mandating….

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Building’s water damage ruins American Indian Film Festival archive items!

Building’s water damage ruins American Indian Film Festival archive items!

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On December 11th, 2018 the American Indian Film Festival office suffered major water damage when a water heater located on the floor above the office malfunctioned and poured water all over archives and artifacts that were stored in the office space. The building the office was in is rented space,….

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