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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.