Read about Ann Arbor’s Native American history on Indigenous Peoples Day
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor municipal offices are closed Monday, Oct. 14, as the city recognizes Indigenous Peoples Day, the holiday honoring Native Americans who have a long history in the area predating the town’s founding.
These Are the Most Influential Native American Leaders Deserving of Celebration on Indigenous Peoples' Day
Tecumseh, Geronimo, and Wilma Mankiller are among the notable Native American leaders who left a mark with their leadership, creations and bravery in battle.
‘First People of Kansas’ documentary showcases Native American history for St. John community
Former journalist Beccy Tanner had always had a knack for history. As soon as she noticed there was not any written history of Native Americans in her small central-Kansas town of St. John, she knew she could join her talent with other journalists to educate her community about their history.
Indigenous Peoples Day offers a reminder of Native American history − including the scalping they endured at the hands of Colonists
For the third year, the United States will officially observe Columbus Day alongside Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 9, 2023. In 2021, the Biden administration declared the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day.
Origin of Columbus Day: Here's Why Americans Really Started Celebrating the Holiday
In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made Columbus Day a federal holiday at the urging of prominent Italian American leaders, such as Generoso Pope in New York City, and Catholic lobbying groups, such as the Knights of Columbus. And so Columbus Day became an official holiday on the American calendar.
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On Indigenous People’s Day, native history and democracy will intersect at Cleveland library event
Columnist Nancy Kelsey writes about an upcoming event on Indigenous People’s Day at the Cleveland Public Library, where the topic will be libraries and democracy. Featured speaker Cindy Hohl will discuss how Indigenous Peoples,
Indigenous People’s Day celebrations get underway in Rochester Monday
Indigenous People’s Day is celebrated every year on the second Monday of October to honor the culture and history of Native Americans. A celebration will happen in downtown Rochester at Peace Plaza from 12 p.
Davis radio host voices issues effecting Native Americans ahead of Indigenous Peoples' Day
For the last seven years, Francisco Dominguez, a Davis radio host, has been using his platform to voice issues impacting Native Americans. "That history must be told because the native people are the true people. The original people of this land," Dominguez said.
Monday people across America celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day
More than 100 cities since President Joe Biden's 2021 proclamation have replaced celebrating Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Tribal leaders mark Indigenous Peoples Day urging Native vote
Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day, and tribal leaders are using the occasion to call on people in Indian Country to vote in the upcoming election. This year is the 100th anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act,
Indigenous Peoples' Day: Voicing issues effective Native Americans
Monday marks a celebratory day for Native Americans. Indigenous Peoples' Day is being celebrated across California. For the last seven years, Francisco Dominguez, a Davis radio host, has been using his platform to voice issues impacting Native Americans.
The Ambivalent History of Indigenous People and U.S. Citizenship
A century ago, when Congress passed the Indian Citizenship Act, key questions about Native sovereignty were left unresolved.
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Native American archives at UALR reveal history’s complexities
Without most locals taking note, international researchers have been flocking for decades to the University of Arkansas at ...
The brutal story behind California’s new Native American genocide education law
In the 1860s, an armed militia swept into the historic land of the Serrano people in the San Bernardino mountains and went on ...
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Collecting Native American Dollars
Native American Dollar coins, with their unique designs rooted in history, provide a fascinating journey through the culture ...