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Directing Niizh: A Powerful Journey with Two-Spirit Talent and Community

At NACDI and AMRA, we recognize and celebrate our vibrant Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ community members not just during Pride month but throughout the year. Our Two-Spirit relatives have always held a sacred place as culture bearers and changemakers. During June, we are holding space for community members to reflect the… Read More

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Staff Highlights: John Williams

Describe yourself in one sentence. I am an eternal optimist and have found a lot of joy in life. What is one thing in your professional history that you are proud of? I integrate our Lakota values into my work. What is something you are working on outside of NACDI… Read More

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Mni Art Wall: Artist Spotlight – Loriene Pearson

All My Relations Arts Mni Art Wall is located in the Pow Wow Grounds coffee shop and operates as a community space for emerging and seasoned artists to showcase their work in an accessible environment. Currently on view is work by Loriene Pearson. Loriene Pearson is a… Read More

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The Four Sisters Urban Farm is Hosting the Annual Seedling Giveaway on May 17th 

Image: TJ Turner MINNEAPOLIS – Mark your calendars! Saturday, May 17th, is the third Annual Seedling Giveaway at the Four Sisters Urban Farm. The event is co-sponsored by the East Phillips Improvement Coalition (EPIC) and the Four Sisters Urban Farm, a project of the Native American Community Development Institute (NACDI). Read More

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Mplsart: Smart Wars: Asserting Native Identity, Resilience, Resistance, and Coexistence

Rory Wakemup, Rabble Rouser (detail), 2023. Quills, feathers, bullet shells, plastic. Photo by Carl Atiya Swanson. Published March 12th, 2025 by Carl Atiya Swanson The force is strong with Rory Wakemup’s latest show at All My Relations Arts, on view through… Read More