Please join the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation (NACF) for a day of activation at the new Center for Native Arts and Cultures! The Open House event at the Center provides an opportunity to view NACF’s inaugural exhibition, “Where the Waters Come Together,” meet NACF staff, and hear about future plans for the Center of Native Arts. Visitors can participate in various art activations throughout the building as well as witness performances by Indigenous artists.
NACF took ownership of the historic Yale Union building in Southeast Portland, Oregon, on February 26, 2021. We are excited to open this vibrant gathering space to the public with this community event in conjunction with our new exhibition. We look forward to seeing you!
JOIN US APRIL 23
WHEN: Saturday, April 23, 2022 @ 11:00am-4:00pm Pacific Time
WHERE: Center for Native Arts and Cultures, 800 SE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
FOOD: Tamale Boy
* This event is free and open to the public, registration is recommended.
INTERACTIVE ART
PERFORMANCES
Lukas Angus
CARVING CHILDREN’S CANOE
Youth to adult have the opportunity to learn about Canoe culture and have the opportunity to try their hand at carving
Michaila Taylor
BEAD MAKING
Cut, core and sand the stalk of the Devils Club plant to make your own bead. String a beaded necklace with glass beads and the bead you created.
Daniela Del Mar – WEBSITE
PRINTMAKING<
Collaborate on a design, learn the technique of print making.
AC RAMÍREZ ARRELAÑO
COMMUNITY WEAVING PROJECT
Learn, create and complete a weaving.
COVID-19 PROTOCOL:
Masks are preferred and strongly recommended while visiting the Center for Native Arts and Cultures. All event participants will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The health of our staff, elders and visitors is very important to us and we thank you for helping us keep the Center a safe environment.