The Patterson hosts a historic collaboration between Native Americans from Mexico and the Mid-Atlantic. Huicholes from Mexico’s Sierra Madres join Accohannock and Lumbees from Maryland for a Day of Recognition of the American Indian.

Native flutist Ron Warren takes the stage, with BAIC’s Soaring Eagles drum and dance troupe, and a Huichol ritual performance with shaman Brigido Medrano Romero. Native panelists address contemporary issues facing tribes at home and abroad. Buffalo burgers and veggie dinner w/fry bread by Oxendine Catering! Arte en Estambre by Francisco Loza and Macario Carrillo exhibit reception w/ new works by area Native American youth in program of BAIC and BCPSS.

Presented by The Baltimore American Indian Center (BAIC), Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs and Creative Alliance’s Por la Avenida/On the Avenue.