Native Cultural Showcase w/Arts Council of Kern's Common Ground

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

701 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, United States, California 93301 | Bakersfield, CA

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This program is brought to you by the One Book Project and Arts Council of Kern's Common Ground Program. To learn more check out KCLonebook.org. Join us from 11 am to 2 pm and experience the work of a wide variety of native artisans, as well as tribal representatives from many cultural and service organizations in Kern County! Meet Artist Lori Myers, teacher of the Tlingit Indian from Sitka, Alaska and a jewelry and bead artist and many more! At Noon, Guest Speaker, Gene Albitre, whose tribal affiliation is Diegueno, will present on the significant role animals played in the survival of Native American culture. He will share his rawhide, leather tooling materials, and handmade drums and demonstrate how he creates the items. His emphasis on the importance of preserving the legacy of Native American peoples and educating others on the history and significance of Native American culture in modern times.
About Our Arts Council of Kern Partner, Common Ground
The “Common Ground” Initiative allows the Arts Council of Kern to connect the community with Indigenous roots and arts. Common Ground artists visit local museums, schools, pow wows, community events, festivals, and county libraries throughout Kern County. They share their stories and show their art forms, as well as demonstrate and teach their cultural skills.
Come join is for this very special gathering of Native community leaders, representatives and artisans
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701 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, United States, California 93301

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Kern County One Book Project

Host or Publisher Kern County One Book Project

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