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Calling Artists for Spring Indian Market

Lori — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:58:58 +0000

April 13-15, 2012 is Spring Indian Market. We are calling Native American Artists with valid state or federal recognized tribal card to participate. The booth deposit is $50. This event generally brings about 4000 visitors over the weekend, and about 21 artists participate. We are always seeking new and different art forms to offer our shoppers. Please contact shop manager Linda Krieg at giftshop@cahokiamounds.org or call 618-344-9221.

Portrait of My People, by Erin Kelley

Lori — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 21:44:01 +0000

Through personal stories and family photographs, professional actor Erin Kelley, a direct descendant of noted Shawnee leader, Tecumseh, shares her experiences growing up in a Native American/multi-racial family. Portrait of My People offers a personal glimpse into Shawnee and Cherokee history and encourages children (and adults alike) to explore their family heritage and embrace all the parts of their own unique identity. Presented by Avalon Theatre Company, this production received a Kevin Kline Award nomination for Outstanding Production for Young Audiences and enjoyed a successful engagement at the Missouri History Museum in 2010.
Tickets are $5 and admission is free for Museum Society Members.
Please call 618-344-7316 for tickets.
Seating is limited, a ticket will be required.

Indian Market Days

Lori — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:40:12 +0000

Indian Market Days at Cahokia Mounds will be Friday the 25th from noon – 5, Saturday the 26th from 9 – 5, and Sunday the 27th from 9 – 5. There is no admission charge. This is a unique shopping experience, including 26 Native American artists. Some of the media represented will be; pottery, metal work, jewelry, petroglyph jewelry, painting, drums, dolls, and gourd work. Many tribal affiliations, including Navajo, Miami, Cherokee, Seminole, and Oneida, will be represented. If you are seeking a unique, hand-made holiday gift for someone, come to Cahokia Mounds Thanksgiving weekend.

Site in need of 4X4 SUV Donation

Lori — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:36:13 +0000

The site’s Jeep 4X4 was recently retired due to a rusted out floorboard and door. Sadly, due to the extreme budget cutbacks, funds are not available to purchase a replacement vehicle (even a used one). If you have a resource that may be able to help the site with a donation of a used vehicle, it would be greatly appreciated. This vehicle is needed to transport staff and supplies to areas of the site, that are at times somewhat remote. The only requirement is that it be in good working order, due to the lake of repair money in the budget. Please call the site at 618-344-7316 or 618-346-5160 for more information.

Raptor Awateness Show

Lori — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:46:20 +0000

November 5 – starts at 2:00 pm, in the Cahokia Mounds Interpretive Center. Learn about Native Birds of Prey through a demonstration and flight show. By World Bird Sanctuary.

Winter Schedule Begins

Lori — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:45:44 +0000

Starting on November 7th, the Interpretive Center will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Winners of Photography Contest

Lori — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:58:47 +0000

The winners for the 2011 North American Indian Photography Contest are:

First Place Color – Medicinal Waters of the Shoshone, by Maggie Irelan

Second Place Color – Tatonka Snowstorm, by Donald Morice

Third Place Color – Cliff Palace, by Ken Hazelwood

First Place B & W – Two Women, by Yvonne Meckfessel

Second Place B & W – The Old Ways, by Suzanne Lowry

Third Place B & W – Miwok Basket Maker, by Chris Brewington

People’s Choice Award – Foggy Mountain Morning, by Vilray Fulton

Congratulations to all of our contestants!! It is a GREAT SHOW!

North American Indian Photography Contest

Lori — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:23:10 +0000

CMMS and CMSHS invite photographers to submit photographs related to North American Indians to our annual Photography Contest and Exhibition. We are seeking photographs that transcend simple snapshots and that evoke the spirit of the North American Indian, their people, character, events, objects, symbols, environments, and past or present culture.
Judging will occur during our Wine and Cheese Opening Reception on October 8, 2011 6:30 pm. This is a free event, but RSVPs are required. During the reception, there will be attendance prizes and a DESSERT ONLY silent auction!
This reception will kick off the exhibition of all photographic works in our temporary exhibit hall, where they will remain until Dec. 17th. $1000 in prizes will be awarded.
Fees are $10 per entry, limit two entries per person.
Awards: 1st place black and white, and color $250
2nd place each category $150
3rd place each category $75
People’s Choice from all entries $50
Download your entry form here Photography Contest Rules-Application , or call 618-344-7316 for more information.

American Indian Education Days

Lori — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:14:53 +0000

September 10-11, 10 am – 5 pm.

Performance times:

Hoop Dancer 10:00 am, Noon, 2:00 pm.

Storyteller every hour for 45 minutes.

Flute every hour for 30 minutes.

Participants:

Navaho-Hoop Dancer – Dominic Nordin

Cherokee-Author, Book signing Karen Coody Cooper

Lower Elwha Klallam-Arrow Lakes Band-Storyteller John Boyd, Jr.

Cheyenne Arapahoe-Flutist – David Beck

Choctaw-Demonstrator – Suzanne White

Kiowa-Frybread – Phyllis Calcaterra – Silverhorn

Native American Student Alliance – Information table – IUPUI

Kiowa – Information table – Kathy Dickerson

Cherokee – Vendor – Terry-Lee-Rhodes

Onieda – Vendor – Rom Williams

Leona Davenport – Vendor

Ponca/Kiowa – Tonya Blackowl Moore Vendor

Share the day with American Indian artists, craftpersons, demonstrators, performers, and author.

Booths will be in the lobby where American Indians will demonstrate crafts such as beadwork, display clothing and dance regalia, discuss current American Indian issues, customs, and beliefs, perform, and tell stories.

This is a free event sponsored by American Indian Educational Resources of St. Louis.

For more information contact 618-346-5160 or 314-226-9883

Discover Ancient America!

Lori — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:43:47 +0000

Archaeology Day is August 6, 2011 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Here is the flyer for the event ArchaeologyDayPoster 2011

Come and learn about prehistoric activities and culture, help sift dirt from the excavations, learn about the largest archaeological site north of Mexico.

Our award-winning iPod tour Exploring the City of the Sun will be rent one, get one free, on this day only!