AIHC Virtual Education Day Presentations and Schedule

The Cultural Education Day for the 29th annual American Indian Heritage Celebration occurred on Friday, November 22, 2024. You can watch the Presentations from 2024 and earlier years, here!

Presentations

9 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Senora Lynch, a member of the Haliwa-Saponi Tribe, is well known for her handmade pottery, which is made using the tradition of hand-coiling white and red clay. She etches designs into each piece's surface, creating unique works of art that connect past and present.

10 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Gwen Locklear, a member of the Lumbee Tribe, is an educator and gifted storyteller, sharing traditional folktales that resonate today.

11 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

Chi Shipman, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, is an educator, storyteller, and cultural specialist. She regularly presents on Cherokee culture and legends.

Noon-12:45 p.m.

Martin Saniga, a member of the Sappony Tribe, will present on historic clothes in a modern world.

Music and Dancing LIVE!

9:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
Enjoy music and dancing performed by North Carolina American Indians. New Music and Dancing performances begin about every 45 minutes, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The last performance begins at 1:15 p.m. Watch anytime during the day! Auto-captioning is available for these performances.