American Indian and Indigenous Heritage Month
October 15 - November 15
American Indian and Indigenous Heritage Month, first recognized by Congress in 1990, celebrates the enduring histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples past, present, and future. There are currently 574 federally recognized tribes in the United States. The Commonwealth alone has 7 federally recognized tribes and 4 state recognized tribes. Learn more about tribes in Virginia.
The events below are open to all to learn and participate.
Schedule of Events
| Date | Event | Location | Time |
| 10/15-11/15 | Indigenous Futurisms Exhibit | 2nd Floor Newman | All Day |
| 10/21 | Indigenous Studies in Community | Squires 122 | Noon-2 p.m. |
| 10/22 | ICC Beading Workshop | Squires 122 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. |
| 10/28 | Shinny Clinic | Nellies Cave | 5-6:30 p.m. |
| 10/29 | NDIG Symposium | Newman - Goodall | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| 10/30 | Monacan Seal Dedication | Major Williams 4th Floor | 10:30-11:15 a.m. |
| 10/30 | Soap Stone Workshop | Squires 122 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. |
| 11/5 | ICC Beading Workshop II | Squires 122 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. |
| 11/11 | Untold Valor Screening | Lyric Theatre | 7-9 p.m. |
| 11/15 | Harvest Festival | Indigenous Community Garden | 1-4 p.m. |
If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Faircloth at missy86@vt.edu.