Living in America 2004: Native Americans of the Northeast

While the landmark new exhibition Totems to Turquoise: Native North American Jewelry Arts of the Northwest and Southwest highlights the arts and artifacts of the Hopi, Navajo, Haida, and other western Native American tribes, the Museum's popular Living in America series shifts the focus closer to home this January when it examines the indigenous cultures of the Northeast. Every year, starting in 2001, the series has showcased different local cultures and communities including Muslim, Mexican, and Haitian. This year, over the course of three Saturdays, from January 15 through 29, Living in America features Native Americans of the Northeast through an array of programs for audiences of all ages including lectures, performances, films, and workshops.

Journey through "Native New York" with author Evan T. Pritchard, founder of the Center for Algonquin Culture, as he gives a multimedia presentation on the Native roots of New York City including how Broadway used to be the Mohegan Trail. Enjoy performances by the Mohawk Singers and Dancers and the Native American a capella group Ulali. Visitors are also invited to explore science through Native American eyes with the Cradleboard Project, which illustrates the principles of friction with the traditional sport of Snow Snake, and teaches the science of sound and frequency using Native American flutes, drums, rattles, and mouth bows.

For details, visit www.amnh.org/livinginamerica or call 212-769-5315 after December 1.