Vermont Abenaki Artists Association
Honoring Abenaki history, culture, and art since 2013.
Come and learn the songs and the drum beat of Mother Earth. If you haven’t made a drum yet please see other post and get signed up and come learn ... Read more
Lecture Series at The Frederick Gunn School’s Thomas S. Perakos Arts & Community Center 22 Kirby Road, Washington, CT Join a panel of Indigenous educators for a series of presentations ... Read more
Another Drum Making Class, open to all tribal citizens. Learn to make a drum, offer gratitude to Mother Earth and the animals for the supplies and how to show respect ... Read more
Join Elnu Abenaki Chief Roger in the North Barn from 2-4 pm on March 29 for the traditional Abenaki winter pastime of storytelling and song. Roger Longtoe Sheehan is the ... Read more
Led by Chief Brenda Gagne - Limited Spots Available Must attend both Sundays to complete both medicine bag and rattle. Pre-registration required: https://forms.gle/LVEYvYC5CJPhNWc4A
Come and learn the songs and the drum beat of Mother Earth. If you haven’t made a drum yet please see other post and get signed up and come learn ... Read more
Led by Chief Brenda Gagne – Limited Spots Available Must attend both Sundays to complete both medicine bag and rattle. Pre-registration required: https://forms.gle/LVEYvYC5CJPhNWc4A
Please join the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs to learn about the state's Tribal Recognition process and the Vermont Abenaki in their own words. When: April 23, 2025 from ... Read more
The Vermont Abenakis, 1790-2020 Given the apparent confusion regarding the ethnicity, history, social organization and cultural competence of the four Vermont State-recognized tribes, Abenaki Recognition and Heritage Week, 2024 may ... Read more
Deep Roots, Strong Branches - The American Abenaki Abenaki people have lived in N’Dakinna (our Homeland) for more than 12,000 years. Abenaki culture is a complex network of people, places, ... Read more
The Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi Community Events Committee and Tribal Council are thrilled to announce the return of our annual Memorial Day weekend Heritage Celebration. With collaboration from Swanton Rec, ... Read more
Nebizun (alternately spelled Nebizon) is the Abenaki word for medicine and the root word Nebi is the Abenaki word for water. The rivers and tributaries of N’Dakinna (our homeland) were ... Read more
Join Vermont’s Native American community for Abenaki Heritage Weekend and Arts Marketplace June 14-15 at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT. Admission FREE. Rain or shine. Citizens of Vermont’s Elnu, ... Read more
Native American Arts Marketplace presented by Vermont Abenaki Artists Association at Abenaki Heritage Weekend, June 14-15 at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT. Admission FREE. Featured arts include jewelry, wampum, ... Read more
Join Dr. Frederick Wiseman as he premieres his new book "Something of Value: The Vermont Abenaki experience: 1790-2020." Using the twin concepts of cultural continuity and cultural competency, it is ... Read more
The physical layout of the Abenaki territory we call “Ndakinna” includes multiple waterways, valleys, mountains, rock formations, etc. that shape the contours of the land. Many of these are still ... Read more
Save the date for our biggest event of the year! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, and tradition at MKIM’s 24th Annual Intertribal Powwow! Experience the vibrant ... Read more
A celebration of Native American Art, Music, and Cultures: Free Accessible Family Friendly Appeals to all ages and backgrounds Traditional music. Native Drums. Circle dances. Children's activities. 40 Indigenous artists ... Read more
Join us for a shared meal and celebration with Chief Roger Longtoe and members of the Elnu Abenaki as they present the Green Corn Ceremony — a traditional celebration of ... Read more
Explore to Learn: Art of Remembering: Songs of the Adirondacks with Jesse Bowman Bruchac on Saturday, August 16th, 12:00–1:00pm! Free with a suggested donation! https://secure.lglforms.com/.../s/qKuPnxkpqeqYVVHd75eouw... Join Jesse for a music-centered ... Read more
The Nulhegan Abenaki Gathering will take place on August 23-24, 2025 at the Mt. Norris Scout Reservation in Eden Mills, VT. (Note that Abenaki citizens may arrive on Friday, August ... Read more
STONE LANGUAGE - An American Abenaki Bioculture Seminar Series 10:00 AM-3:30 PM Community Room, The Vermont History Center 60 Washington St., Barre, VT Upcoming seminar schedule: October 11, 2025. Something of ... Read more
The Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum appreciated all who attended and participated at this year’s 24th annual Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum powwow.It has been decided to extend the fun as part ... Read more
The Abenaki Land Link Project Harvest Festival is celebration of the harvest of Indigenous Seeds. Free Event! Hosted by the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Nation and Common Roots ... Read more
In partnership with Chief Donald Stevens and the Nulhegan Abenaki, major sponsors Alnôbaiwi and the Vermont Arts Council, with our host The Shelburne Farms, musician donor The Alchemist, donors, musicians, ... Read more
An Indigenous People’s Day Celebration The Community Room, The Vermont History Center 60 Washington St. Barre, VT 10:00 AM-3:30 PM. October 11, 2025 Introduction & Backstory The reality underwriting Vermont’s ... Read more
The Culminating Public Event of National Wildlife Refuge Week. Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, 29 Tabor Road, Swanton, VT 9:30 AM-4:00 PM. October 12, 2025 Introduction to the Event Scholars have ... Read more
Elnu Abenaki and the Atowi Project invites you to join a community celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, October 13 from 12-4pm at the Retreat Farm’s North Barn. The ... Read more
STONE LANGUAGE - An American Abenaki Bioculture Seminar Series 10:00 AM-3:30 PM Community Room, The Vermont History Center 60 Washington St., Barre, VT Upcoming seminar schedule: 2026 TOPICS TBA - Hold ... Read more