The new Museum of Indigenous People 2026 Calendar of Events is here, filled with opportunities to gather, learn, celebrate, and connect with Indigenous culture throughout the year. Whether you’re planning: A family outing A homeschool or classroom field trip A meaningful New Year’s Eve celebration A cultural weekend experience A holiday tradition Or something special to share with out-of-town guests Our calendar makes it easy to plan ahead.

Diné speaker Sarah Hendricks visited the Museum of Indigenous People to share the tradition of Navajo sheep raising and its place in Diné culture and family life. Part of the museum’s Education Series, her presentation showed how sheep raising connects generations through land, knowledge, and tradition. With family members there to support her, the event honored living Indigenous knowledge and the strength of Navajo women, families, and cultural continuity today for museum vi

Hopi artist and Army veteran Filmer “Fil” Kewanyama blends ancestral tradition with contemporary expression to promote healing and peace. Drawing from Hopi ceremony and symbolism, his art reflects identity, resilience, and spiritual balance. After overcoming PTSD, he now shares creative healing with fellow veterans, using storytelling and visual expression to build connection and understanding.