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Apr
11
2024

CNAIR Artist-in-Residence - Preserving Potawatomi Culture through Quillwork at Northwestern University

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When: Thursday, April 11, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT

Where: Kresge Hall, 2-315, 1880 Campus Drive , Evanston, IL 60208 map it

Contact: Michaela Marchi   (847) 491-4133

Group: Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR)

Category: Multicultural & Diversity

Description:

Artist/Native: MADALENE BIG BEAR, Pokagon Band Potawatomi Nation

Location: CNAIR House (Outdoor space) and Kaplan Art Studio, KRESGE 2-315

GREEN HIGHLIGHTS: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

RSVP HERE: bit.ly/RSVP_BigBear 


 Madalene Big Bear (Bodwéwadmi) is a citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Nation and a culture bearer who enjoys sharing her knowledge in many forms, including stories. Although entertaining, storytelling is also an important way to convey customs, language, history, and identity to descendants and those who are invited to listen. Madalene is also a respected Pokagon culture keeper. A talented professional and artist, she often teaches others about indigenous culture. Her areas of expertise include material culture, contemporary life ways, culinary traditions, art, and storytelling.

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Apr
12
2024

CNAIR Artist-in-Residence - Preserving Potawatomi Culture through Quillwork at Northwestern University

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When: Friday, April 12, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT

Where: Kresge Hall, 2-315, 1880 Campus Drive , Evanston, IL 60208 map it

Contact: Michaela Marchi   (847) 491-4133

Group: Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR)

Category: Multicultural & Diversity

Description:

Artist/Native: MADALENE BIG BEAR, Pokagon Band Potawatomi Nation

Location: CNAIR House (Outdoor space) and Kaplan Art Studio, KRESGE 2-315

GREEN HIGHLIGHTS: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

RSVP HERE: bit.ly/RSVP_BigBear 


 Madalene Big Bear (Bodwéwadmi) is a citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Nation and a culture bearer who enjoys sharing her knowledge in many forms, including stories. Although entertaining, storytelling is also an important way to convey customs, language, history, and identity to descendants and those who are invited to listen. Madalene is also a respected Pokagon culture keeper. A talented professional and artist, she often teaches others about indigenous culture. Her areas of expertise include material culture, contemporary life ways, culinary traditions, art, and storytelling.

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Apr
13
2024

CNAIR Artist-in-Residence - Preserving Potawatomi Culture through Quillwork at Northwestern University

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When: Saturday, April 13, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT

Where: Kresge Hall, 2-315, 1880 Campus Drive , Evanston, IL 60208 map it

Contact: Michaela Marchi   (847) 491-4133

Group: Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR)

Category: Multicultural & Diversity

Description:

Artist/Native: MADALENE BIG BEAR, Pokagon Band Potawatomi Nation

Location: CNAIR House (Outdoor space) and Kaplan Art Studio, KRESGE 2-315

GREEN HIGHLIGHTS: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

RSVP HERE: bit.ly/RSVP_BigBear 


 Madalene Big Bear (Bodwéwadmi) is a citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Nation and a culture bearer who enjoys sharing her knowledge in many forms, including stories. Although entertaining, storytelling is also an important way to convey customs, language, history, and identity to descendants and those who are invited to listen. Madalene is also a respected Pokagon culture keeper. A talented professional and artist, she often teaches others about indigenous culture. Her areas of expertise include material culture, contemporary life ways, culinary traditions, art, and storytelling.

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Apr
14
2024

CNAIR Artist-in-Residence - Preserving Potawatomi Culture through Quillwork at Northwestern University

SHOW DETAILS

When: Sunday, April 14, 2024
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT

Where: Kresge Hall, 2-315, 1880 Campus Drive , Evanston, IL 60208 map it

Contact: Michaela Marchi   (847) 491-4133

Group: Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR)

Category: Multicultural & Diversity

Description:

Artist/Native: MADALENE BIG BEAR, Pokagon Band Potawatomi Nation

Location: CNAIR House (Outdoor space) and Kaplan Art Studio, KRESGE 2-315

GREEN HIGHLIGHTS: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

RSVP HERE: bit.ly/RSVP_BigBear 


 Madalene Big Bear (Bodwéwadmi) is a citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Nation and a culture bearer who enjoys sharing her knowledge in many forms, including stories. Although entertaining, storytelling is also an important way to convey customs, language, history, and identity to descendants and those who are invited to listen. Madalene is also a respected Pokagon culture keeper. A talented professional and artist, she often teaches others about indigenous culture. Her areas of expertise include material culture, contemporary life ways, culinary traditions, art, and storytelling.

Register More Info