At the Autry in Griffith Park
November 7—9, 2008
Why go to Santa Fe? Shop at Southern California's largest Native American art sale at the Autry National Center in Griffith Park.
This three day signature event at the Autry National Center in Griffith Park, celebrates the continuing traditions and new innovations of American Indian artists. Come see Native dancers, singers, storytellers, and musicians perform throughout the weekend and enjoy some delicious Native food! Native artists will be showcasing exquisite:
- Pottery
- Jewelry (metal and non-metallic)
- Sculpture
- Paintings and Mixed Media Artwork
- Weaving
- Beadwork
- Woodcarvings
- Other various cultural items
The Intertribal Arts Marketplace is Southern California's most stunning sale of native American art. Come join us for a weekend of beautiful objects and family fun!
Schedule of Events
Friday, November 7 is a special members-only reception and
preview sale from 6:00-9:30 pm
Marketplace Hours 10am—5pm
November 8 & 9, South Lawn
Daily Performances in the Marketplace
Location: Main Stage
| Saturday, November 8 | |
| Time | Event |
| 10:45 | Contemporary folk music featuring Twin Rivers |
| 11:45 | Hoop dancing with Terry Goedel & Family |
| 12:30 | Native Storytelling with Dennis & Ted Garcia Featuring California Simunu Drummers, Paul & Bobby Sanchez |
| 1:30 | Ohlone dance and song by Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe |
| 2:45 | Contemporary folk music featuring Twin Rivers |
| 3:45 | Native singing and dancing performed by Wild Horse Singers |
| Sunday, November 9 | |
| Time | Event |
| 10:45 | Contemporary folk music featuring Twin Rivers |
| 11:45 | Hoop dancing with Terry Goedel & Family |
| 12:30 | Native Storytelling with Dennis & Ted Garcia Featuring California Simunu Drummers, Paul & Bobby Sanchez |
| 1:30 | Ohlone dance and song by Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe |
| 2:45 | Contemporary folk music featuring Twin Rivers |
| 3:45 | Conversation with Justin Farmer, Traditional basket weaver
(see details below) Part of the Nadine Carson Forum |
Demonstrations
Daily Demonstrations in the Marketplace
Location: Demonstration Row
| Artist | Tribal Affiliation | Art Form |
| Harvey & Priscilla Abeyta | Santo Domingo Pueblo | Traditional jewelry |
| Charles P. Acuna | Mojave | Flint knapping |
| Nanabah Aragon | Navajo | Weaving |
| Ted Garcia | Chumash-Tataviam | Soapstone carver |
| Bernie Granados | Apache/Zacatec (Mexico) | Masks & paintings |
| Andrew & Judith Harvier | Tewa Santa Clara Pueblo | Pottery |
| Mona Laughing | Navajo | Weaving |
| Nadiya Littlewarrior | Potawatomi Nation | Gourd Art |
A Conversation with Justin Farmer
Against the Weave: Basket Making in a Woman's World
Sunday, November 9 • 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Justin Farmer, one of the first male basket weavers to work in the Diegueño (Ipai) tribal style, talks about what drew him to his pioneering career in a traditionally female activity.
Daily Children's Craft Activities in the Marketplace
Location: Family Activity Tent
Inspired by the works of actual Native American artists, these Museum-Teacher led children's craft activities are sure to engage the creative spirit.
11 am – 3 pm
Daily Activities: Arrowhead necklaces • Ledger Art
Saturday, November 8 • Paper basket weaving
Sunday, November 9 • Soap carving
Lakota Sioux Dance Theater at Caltech's Beckman Auditorium
Friday, November 14, 2008 at 8 p.m.
$28, 23, 18/$10 youth. Mention the Autry National Center and receive half price on adult tickets. Call the Caltech Ticket Office at (626) 395-4652.
"Cokata Upo!" (Come to Center) celebrates the culture of the Lakota people. Dances such as the Jingle Dress, Buffalo, Eagle, and Horse are accompanied by traditional, sacred, and courting songs. Interpretations of the Lakota warrior tradition are juxtaposed against the backdrop of spectacular video imagery.
Participate in the Autry's Intertribal Arts Marketplace.
The Intertribal Arts Marketplace and the Autry National Center abide by the Native Americans Arts and Craft Act of 1990 . All artwork sold on the grounds of the Intertribal Arts Marketplace is sold by the Native American artist who has created the piece. If you meet the criteria in the Native Americans Arts and Craft Act of 1990 and would like to be considered for the 2008 Marketplace please send your name and mailing address to:
Robyn Hetrick
Senior Producer
Festivals and Public Events
Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027
rhetrick@autrynationalcenter.org
And a very special thank you to our sponsors:
Sponsorship Opportunities
*Exciting program and in-kind sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Amy Whitman, Associate Director of Corporate Giving at (323) 677-2000, extension 281 or at awhitman@autrynationalcenter.org
