JACKSON, Wyo. — The annual Teton Powwow and other free events around town are scheduled to return from April 29 through May 3 to celebrate Native American culture, storytelling and traditions.
Native Voices: Honoring Indigenous Ways, hosted by Central Wyoming College, offers five different events that will showcase work and stories from Native athletes, artists, performers and even a film producer. The week culminates on Saturday, May 3, with the fifth annual Teton Powwow that demonstrates the traditions of Native American dance, art and cuisine. The happenings are slated for the Jackson Hole High School Theater, the Center for the Arts and Snow King Sports & Events Center.
Below is a schedule of events for the week of Native Voices: Honoring Indigenous Ways:
Sacred Stoke: Native Athlete Stories on Tuesday, April 29
Join professional Indigenous athletes, Connor Ryan (Lakota) and Ellen Bradley (Tlingit), as they present short films and discuss the connection between Native wisdom, the natural world and adventure. This event is free and open to the public at the Jackson Hole High School Theater. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event begins at 6 p.m.
Wind River Cultural Presentations on Wednesday, April 30
The Center for the Arts Theater will host a one-hour exhibition introducing the traditions and talents of the Native Americans at the heart of this week’s events. The program runs from 1 to 2 p.m. with free admission.
‘Prey’ Movie Screening: Redefining Native Narratives with Jhane Myers on Wednesday, April 30
Following a screening of the Native sci-fi film “Prey,” Emmy-winning producer Jhane Myers, a member of the Comanche and Blackfeet tribes, will share her journey of bringing Indigenous narratives to Hollywood. This event will take place at the Center for the Arts Theater from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Free admission.
Star Quilt Exhibit Opening Reception with Miracle Seminole and Cherokee Brown on Friday, May 2
This event offers an opportunity to view quilted works of art and meet the two Wind River artists behind the exhibit. Learn the cultural significance of star quilts in Native and family tradition, passed down through generations. This free exhibit will be held at the Center for the Arts, Center Commons, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
5th Annual Teton Powwow on Saturday, May 3
This indoor event is the culmination of the cultural events held throughout the week. There will be handcrafted Native art and jewelry for sale at the Art Market, food booths selling Native cuisine and vibrant demonstrations of Native dance and attire. The powwow runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Snow King Sports & Events Center, and the requested donation for the general public is $5. Admission for Native Americans is free.
