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The MLK Memorial Library is celebrating Orange Shirt Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day!
Join us for a special performance by the Zotigh Singers to learn about Indigenous art and resilience. We will also feature dancers in various styles and a special appearance from hoop dancer Angela Gladue!
Children participating will be given a free book by an Indigenous author. The books available are: When We Were Alone (by David Robertson, ill. Julie Flett), My Powerful Hair (by Carole Lindstrom, ill. Steph Littlebird), and May We Have Enough to Share (by Richard Van Camp).
Please be sure to register for this event in order to save your seat.
What is Orange Shirt Day?
Orange Shirt Day is a celebration of healing and remembrance of Indigenous children and families who were impacted by residential and boarding school systems across the globe. Orange Shirt Day was created by the Orange Shirt Society in British Columbia and is observed around the world. You can learn more about the Orange Shirt Society by clicking here.
What is Indigenous Peoples' Day?
Indigenous Peoples' Day was created to celebrate the vibrant and ongoing Indigenous cultures around the United States. It began as a counter-celebration to Columbus Day and is now officially recognized instead of Columbus Day in several states. You can learn more about Indigenous Peoples' Day by checking out the library's collection here.
About the Zotigh Singers:
The Zotigh Singers are a local drum group founded by Ralph Zotigh (Kiowa). Ralph and his son Dennis Zotigh (Kiowa, Ohkay Owingeh, Santee Sioux) are world-renowned artists who regularly perform and exhibit Indigenous culture for a wide variety of audiences. Ralph and Dennis Zotigh of the Kiowa Tribe have facilitated cultural presentations and performances in more than 40 countries and 50 states. Ralph Zotigh is a former traditional music instructor at the Institute of American Indian Arts; Dennis Zotigh serves as a Cultural Specialist at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian and writes for Smithsonian magazine. They have frequently worked with organizations like the Smithsonian Institution, the Wooly Mammoth Theater, and many others.
About Angela Gladue:
Angela Miracle Gladue aka Lunacee, is a nehiyaw (Cree)/Greek Interdisciplinary Artist from the Treaty 6 Territory of amiskwaciy-wâskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta) and is a proud member of Frog Lake First Nation. Since 2016, Angela has toured as one of the lead dancers for The Halluci Nation (fomerly known as A Tribe Called Red) and has also performed alongside The Doors, Lido Pimienta, Jeremy Dutcher, and Cris Derksen to name a few. She has opened up for major recording artists such as TLC, Sean Paul, Lil' Kim, MuMu Fresh, D-Smoke, Maestro, GrandMaster Flash, Busta Rhymes, and the America’s Best Dance Crew tour.
If you would like to visit with a school, childcare, or camp group, please call ahead to make arrangements. If you would like to request accommodations for this event, please call the Center for Accessibility at 202-727-2142 or email them at DCPLaccess@dc.gov.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Birth - 5 | Adults | 5 - 12 Years Old | 13 - 19 Years Old (Teens) |
EVENT TYPE: | Native American Heritage Month | Musical Performance | Family Program | Educational Program |
