We hope you and your students enjoy these virtual programs and performances.

On November 17, 2023, we enjoyed engaging with presenters and performers. Explore the recorded videos of available presentations as well as those from prior years here.

Presentations

9:00-9:45 a.m.  
Senora Lynch, Artist and Potter 
Senora Lynch, a member of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe, is well known for her handmade pottery, which is made using the tradition of hand-coiling white and red clay. She etches designs into each piece's surface, creating unique works of art that connect past and present. 
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10:00-10:45 a.m.  
Chi Shipman, Cherokee Language and Culture 
Chi Shipman, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, is an educator, storyteller, and cultural specialist. She regularly presents on Cherokee culture and legends. 
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11:00-11:45 a.m.  
Gwen Locklear, Storyteller
Gwen Locklear, a member of the Lumbee Tribe, is an educator and gifted storyteller, sharing traditional folktales that resonate today. 
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Noon-12:45 a.m.  
Jamie Oxendine, Southeastern Indian Symbols 
Jamie Oxendine, a member of the Lumbee tribe is an artist, storyteller, musician, and author. He will share about traditional symbols, tattooing, and adornment. 
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Register here: American Indian Heritage Celebration Education Day LIVE!

Friday, November 17, 2023
9:30 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Enjoy music and dancing performed by North Carolina American Indians in this LIVE! event held in conjunction with the American Indian Heritage Celebration Education Day. Enjoy any or all of these terrific performances, which will begin about every 45 minutes, starting at 9:30 a.m. The last performance begins at 1:15 p.m. Watch anytime during the day! Auto-captioning will be available for these performances. Check out these American Indian FAQs, descriptions of American Indian Dance Styles, and enjoy the Powwow coloring book, The Heartbeat of a People, by Joe Liles. Other resources and videos available here!