National Native American Heritage Month is a vital opportunity to honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans, and to confront the challenges they face today. It is a time to acknowledge the profound impact of Native American cultures on our nation and to address the ongoing issues of inequality and injustice.
We invite you to attend our special events and deepen your understanding of the resilience and achievements of Native American cultures throughout our history.
Native American Heritage Month Book Display
November 1–26
Fredericksburg Area Campus and Locust Grove Campus
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by exploring a curated collection of books highlighting Native American history, culture, and voices.
Patawomeck Tribal Center Field Trip
November 11 · 1–3 p.m. · Patawomeck Tribal Center
Visit the museum to explore thousands of artifacts that help to tell the complex history of the Patawomeck Tribe.
Student Life and Leadership can take 13 students via Germanna transportation. Registration is required.
The Story of Us: Honoring Choctaw Heritage
November 13 · 12:30–1:30 p.m. · Virtual
Join faculty member Natalie Futrell as she shares stories from her great-grandfather’s memoirs and discusses significant works from Choctaw history. Don't miss this opportunity to explore Choctaw heritage through literature and art.
Empowering Leadership and Indigenous Knowledge
November 18 · 12:30–1:30 · Virtual
Join us for an engaging session with Dr. Denise Henning, whose research focuses on appreciative frameworks in higher education, Indigenous women and students, Indigenous children in math and science, and strengths-based leadership.