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Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 14, 2019 - October 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location

Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

3001 Central St.

Evanston, IL 60201

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Description

Throughout the day visitors can enjoy games and DIY craft activities. Participants can color totem poles from the Northwest Coast, make a model tipi from the Plains cultures, or construct a mini-lacrosse stick from the Iroquois Nations. At 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., Carol Kramer, Ojibwe, will present cultural stories.

Event Cost: Free with museum admission.

Event Times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://www.mitchellmuseum.org

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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