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Art & The Land
April 24, 2023
Hear from birchbark and quill artist Pat Kruse and water walker Sharon Day, two Ojibwe artists whose creative practices are deeply connected to the land.
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Arts Midwest’s Living Commitment to Native Nations
Arts Midwest’s Living Commitment to Native Nations outlines an ongoing effort to build authentic relationships with Native communities and support Native artists through partnership, listening, and sustained investment.
Arts Midwest’s Living Commitment to Native Nations: 2025 Update
First Peoples Fund
Created to support Native artists and culture bearers, First Peoples Fund provides fellowships, training, and community programs that help Indigenous creative leaders sustain cultural knowledge and strengthen their communities.
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