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Upcoming Events

This is our hub for all First Peoples Fund related events aimed at empowering Native artists, culture bearers, and community leaders. From skill-building workshops to art exhibitions, we offer a variety of events to foster growth, encourage dialogue, and inspire change.

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May 5, 2024
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Beading Workshop

Beading Workshop

Dive into the vibrant world of beadwork at Oglala Lakota Artspace! Led by Christina White Lance, our workshop series focuses on crafting intricate beadwork pieces.
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May
Beading Workshop
Christine White Lance
Oglala Lakota
May 5, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Dive into the vibrant world of beadwork at Oglala Lakota Artspace! This workshop series will focus on creating turtles, lizards, moccasins, and ceremonial balls. Stories and teachings about the historical and cultural significance of these items will be shared with the participants as they create their pieces.

Don't miss out – secure your spot for the beadwork sessions!

  • February 11 & 25
  • March 17, 19 & 23
  • April 7 & 21
  • May 5 & 19
  • June 2, 9 & 30
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May 7, 2024
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Hoksi Cekpa Ojuha - Umbilical Cord Pouches

Hoksi Cekpa Ojuha - Umbilical Cord Pouches

Join our upcoming workshop series led by Stephanie Two Crow and deepen your knowledge of our rich Lakota heritage! These sessions delve into the creation stories of...
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May
Hoksi Cekpa Ojuha - Umbilical Cord Pouches
Stephanie A. Two Crow
Northern Cheyenne, Cheyenne River, Rosebud, Oglala Lakota
May 7, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Join our upcoming workshop series led by Stephanie Two Crow and deepen your knowledge of our rich Lakota heritage! These sessions delve into the creation stories of the Lizard "agleska" and the Turtle "Keya," exploring the significance of amulet creation for children. Learn two distinct styles of amulet decoration using quills and beads, and discover the cultural importance behind Hoksi Cekpa Ojuha (Umbilical Cord Pouches). Don't miss this opportunity to connect with Lakota heritage and craftsmanship! All are welcome, including young men and boys eager to understand this cherished tradition for future generations.

  • April 23 + 30
  • May 7
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May 8, 2024
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Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder

Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder

The Wicaglata Learning Circle offers a safe space for winyan relatives interested in learning to sing and about Wicaglata protocol, societal importance, and more!
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder
Tiana Spotted Thunder
Oglala Lakota
May 8, 2024
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Hosted by Tiana Spotted Thunder, the Wicaglata Learning Circle offers a safe space for winyan relatives interested in learning to sing. Attendees in this women-only circle will get to learn about Wicaglata protocol, societal importance, making skirts and shawls and more!

  • April 10 + 24
  • May 8 + 22
  • June 5 + 19

Tiana Spotted Thunder is a Lakota recording artist from Oglala, South Dakota, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. She is a vocalist of many genres, but specializes in singing traditional Lakota and indigenous music. She travels throughout North America to powwows as a backup singer for drum groups as well as performs solo for various audiences. Her vocal range reveals the pride of her identity as a Lakota woman.Tiana Spotted Thunder is also a Teaching Artist with the Wicahpi Olowan Music Program.

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May 11, 2024
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OLA Women Taking Care of Women featuring Kelly Hosie

OLA Women Taking Care of Women featuring Kelly Hosie

Kelly will guide participants through traditional self-care with natural medicines and methods that women can use to support one another.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
OLA Women Taking Care of Women featuring Kelly Hosie
Kelly Hosie
Cree, Anishinaabe, Assiniboine Sioux, Dakota Sioux, Arikara, and Hidatsa
May 11, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series focuses on empowering women through traditional self-care methods led by Kelly Hosie at Oglala Lakota Artspace. Participants will learn about natural medicines and methods to support and connect with one another in a nurturing environment.

This event emphasizes the importance of traditional kinship practices using native plants and herbs. Kelly's expertise and wealth of knowledge will guide participants on a journey through centuries-old traditions, offering insights into natural remedies that promote well-being.

As a descendant of Cree, Anishinaabe, Assiniboine Sioux, Dakota Sioux, Arikara, and Hidatsa people, Kelly draws inspiration from her children, embodying the ancient practice of traditional medicines. Learn about her foraging practices, nurturing a respectful connection with Mother Earth, and delve into the preparation of various traditional medicines.

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May 14, 2024
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Doll Making

Doll Making

This workshop series will provide participants with creative knowledge of doll making using a premade pattern to put it all together.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Doll Making
Deloris Bear Killer
May 14, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will provide participants with creative knowledge of doll making using different colored material and applying dresses, shawls & blankets. Doll will be constructed using a premade pattern to put it all together.

Don't miss out on this opportunity! Reserve your spot now!

  • February 13
  • March 12
  • April 16
  • May 14
  • June 18
  • July 16
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May 14, 2024
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Cradleboard Class

Cradleboard Class

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Cradleboard Class
Stephanie Two Crow
Northern Cheyenne, Cheyenne River, Rosebud, Oglala Lakota
May 14, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards. The first three sessions will be open to 15 participants who will make miniature cradleboards. For the next 4 sessions we will offer 4-6 participants the option to make a full size cradleboard. These participants will need to be committed to attend all 4 sessions and complete weekly homework assignments.

  • May 14, 21 & 28
  • June 4, 11, 18 & 25
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May 15, 2024
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Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle

Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle

This workshop series brings together a community to craft ribbon skirts, shirts, vests, regalia, and ceremonial dresses.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle
Helene Gaddie
Oglala Lakota
May 15, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on creating ribbon skirts, shirts and vests, regalia, and ceremonial dress. Traditional stories and teachings about the historical and cultural significance of these items will be shared with participants as they create their pieces.

Secure your spot now and embark on this inspiring journey of cultural exploration and artistic growth! Classes are scheduled for the following dates:

  • February 7 & 21
  • March 6 & 20
  • April 3 & 17
  • May 1, 15 & 29
  • June 12 & 14
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May 17, 2024
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Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear

Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear

This workshop series will focus on using watercolor and mixed media techniques to create earrings, keychains, moccasins, a scrapbook and community piece.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear
Maiki Ghost Bear
May 17, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on using watercolor and mixed media techniques to create earrings, keychains, moccasins, a scrapbook and community piece. Participants are welcome to bring poems and pictures that serve as memorials of an event, person or place.

Maiki is an emerging Native American, agender artist who uses the alias Z0MB1E MED1A (Z0mb1e). They specialize in digital, watercolor, ink, and acrylic paintings, often depicting portraiture as his preferred subject matter of choice.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this experience is your chance to dive into a supportive and inspiring environment. Mark your calendars for every other Friday starting February 9 from 3-8pm.

  • February 9 & 23
  • March 8 & 22
  • April 5 & 19
  • May 3, 17 & 31
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May 19, 2024
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Beading Workshop

Beading Workshop

Dive into the vibrant world of beadwork at Oglala Lakota Artspace! Led by Christina White Lance, our workshop series focuses on crafting intricate beadwork pieces.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
Register >>
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Beading Workshop
Christine White Lance
Oglala Lakota
May 19, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Dive into the vibrant world of beadwork at Oglala Lakota Artspace! This workshop series will focus on creating turtles, lizards, moccasins, and ceremonial balls. Stories and teachings about the historical and cultural significance of these items will be shared with the participants as they create their pieces.

Don't miss out – secure your spot for the beadwork sessions!

  • February 11 & 25
  • March 17, 19 & 23
  • April 7 & 21
  • May 5 & 19
  • June 2, 9 & 30
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May 21, 2024
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Cradleboard Class

Cradleboard Class

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
Register >>
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Cradleboard Class
Stephanie Two Crow
Northern Cheyenne, Cheyenne River, Rosebud, Oglala Lakota
May 21, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards. The first three sessions will be open to 15 participants who will make miniature cradleboards. For the next 4 sessions we will offer 4-6 participants the option to make a full size cradleboard. These participants will need to be committed to attend all 4 sessions and complete weekly homework assignments.

  • May 14, 21 & 28
  • June 4, 11, 18 & 25
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May 22, 2024
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Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder

Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder

The Wicaglata Learning Circle offers a safe space for winyan relatives interested in learning to sing and about Wicaglata protocol, societal importance, and more!
Wicahpi Olowan Music
Register >>
Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Wicaglata Circles with Tiana Spotted Thunder
Tiana Spotted Thunder
Oglala Lakota
May 22, 2024
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Hosted by Tiana Spotted Thunder, the Wicaglata Learning Circle offers a safe space for winyan relatives interested in learning to sing. Attendees in this women-only circle will get to learn about Wicaglata protocol, societal importance, making skirts and shawls and more!

  • April 10 + 24
  • May 8 + 22
  • June 5 + 19

Tiana Spotted Thunder is a Lakota recording artist from Oglala, South Dakota, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. She is a vocalist of many genres, but specializes in singing traditional Lakota and indigenous music. She travels throughout North America to powwows as a backup singer for drum groups as well as performs solo for various audiences. Her vocal range reveals the pride of her identity as a Lakota woman.Tiana Spotted Thunder is also a Teaching Artist with the Wicahpi Olowan Music Program.

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May 28, 2024
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Cradleboard Class

Cradleboard Class

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
Register >>
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Cradleboard Class
Stephanie Two Crow
Northern Cheyenne, Cheyenne River, Rosebud, Oglala Lakota
May 28, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on the traditional history and meanings of cradleboards. The first three sessions will be open to 15 participants who will make miniature cradleboards. For the next 4 sessions we will offer 4-6 participants the option to make a full size cradleboard. These participants will need to be committed to attend all 4 sessions and complete weekly homework assignments.

  • May 14, 21 & 28
  • June 4, 11, 18 & 25
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May 29, 2024
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Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle

Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle

This workshop series brings together a community to craft ribbon skirts, shirts, vests, regalia, and ceremonial dresses.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
Register >>
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Warrior Women Wednesday's Sewing Circle
Helene Gaddie
Oglala Lakota
May 29, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on creating ribbon skirts, shirts and vests, regalia, and ceremonial dress. Traditional stories and teachings about the historical and cultural significance of these items will be shared with participants as they create their pieces.

Secure your spot now and embark on this inspiring journey of cultural exploration and artistic growth! Classes are scheduled for the following dates:

  • February 7 & 21
  • March 6 & 20
  • April 3 & 17
  • May 1, 15 & 29
  • June 12 & 14
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May 31, 2024
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Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear

Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear

This workshop series will focus on using watercolor and mixed media techniques to create earrings, keychains, moccasins, a scrapbook and community piece.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
Register >>
Oglala Lakota Artspace
May
Watercolor/ Mixed Media featuring Maiki Ghost Bear
Maiki Ghost Bear
May 31, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on using watercolor and mixed media techniques to create earrings, keychains, moccasins, a scrapbook and community piece. Participants are welcome to bring poems and pictures that serve as memorials of an event, person or place.

Maiki is an emerging Native American, agender artist who uses the alias Z0MB1E MED1A (Z0mb1e). They specialize in digital, watercolor, ink, and acrylic paintings, often depicting portraiture as his preferred subject matter of choice.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this experience is your chance to dive into a supportive and inspiring environment. Mark your calendars for every other Friday starting February 9 from 3-8pm.

  • February 9 & 23
  • March 8 & 22
  • April 5 & 19
  • May 3, 17 & 31
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June 1, 2024
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June 2, 2024
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Star Quilt Making

Star Quilt Making

Excited to sew with us at Oglala Lakota Artspace? Join our dynamic sewing workshop, series led by Carol Wilcox, as we dive into the art of Star Quilting!
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
June
Star Quilt Making
Carol J. Wilcox
Oglala Lakota
June 1, 2024
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop series will focus on introductory sewing projects including sewing star patterns on baby bags, potholders, and pillows; culminating into creating star quilts. Let's connect, create, and celebrate our heritage together. Whether you're a seasoned sewer or just starting out, this immersive experience offers a supportive and inspiring environment for all.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming sessions!

  • February 10-11
  • March 9-10
  • April 6-7
  • May 4-5
  • June 1-2
  • June 15