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Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival

 

 

The Trading Moon Powwow

November 9, 2024

University of Central Missouri 

Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Warrensburg, MO 64093

 

We are excited to announce the return of the Trading Moon Powwow as part of the 11th annual Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival. The Powwow is an intertribal gathering, open to all, whether they are of Native American heritage or not. 

The host drum group will drum and sing, dancers in tribal regalia will participate in traditional dances, and vendors will sell arts, crafts, and food.  Admission and parking are FREE! For more information about parking lots on campus visit UCM Parking Services.

group of colorfully dressed Native American dancers

 

Powwow Schedule

Noon - 1:00 p.m.      Gourd Dance         
1:30 p.m.    Grand Entry
2:45 - 5:00 p.m.  Intertribal
5:30 p.m.    Dinner Break
6:30 p.m.  Gourd Dance
7:00 p.m.      Grand Entry
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Intertribal
9:00 p.m.  Closing

This  event is open to the public and individuals are welcome to come and go as their schedule allows.

Students may use this event as an entry in their multicultural passport.

The 11th annual Trading Moon Native American Dance and Arts Exhibition is made possible through grant funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Missouri Arts Council, and on campus sponsors including The Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity and the Office of Student Experience and Engagement.  

 

Head Staff:

Head Singer William Dean, Young Buck Singers
Head Man Canyon Toshavik
Head Lady Rina Stabler
Emcee Wade Blevins
Arena Director Shane Adams
Head Gourd Dancer Ethan Tone-Pah-Hote
Head Northern Drum   TBA

 

Vendor Guidelines and Registration

Click to download the registration form.

 

Dancer Registration

All dancers should complete a ; doing so registers each dancer for the evening meal.  Registered dancers will be provided a complimentary ticket for the evening meal.

 

Other guests are welcome to enjoy the evening meal for an entry charge of $13 plus tax.

 

Sponsors

The National Endowment for the Arts

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Established by Congress in 1965, the NEA is the independent federal agency whose funding and support gives Americans the opportunity to participate in the arts, exercise their imaginations, and develop their creative capacities. Through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector, the NEA supports arts learning, affirms and celebrates America’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, and extends its work to promote equal access to the arts in every community across America.

   

 

The Missouri Arts Council

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The Missouri Arts Council is the state agency dedicated—as public leader, partner, and catalyst—to broadening the growth, availability, and appreciation of the arts in Missouri and fostering the diversity, vitality, and excellence of Missouri’s communities, economy, and cultural heritage. The grants we award make possible quality arts programming to communities both large and small throughout the state.

UCM Office of Student Experience and Engagement

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The Office of Student Experience and Engagement at the University of Central Missouri provides a wide array of student support services and opportunities to enhance students' experience and help them succeed at UCM.  We are dedicated to connecting students with the programs, facilities and services that will help them grow educationally, professionally, and personally.

Learn more about the Office of Student Experience and Engagement at UCM. 

UCM Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity

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The Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity (CMI) at the University of Central Missouri works to create a campus atmosphere where people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives feel welcome, secure and included. The Center helps connect underrepresented students to the resources, organizations and student support services they need to thrive—as UCM students and future professionals. 

Learn more about the Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity at UCM.

SPECIAL EVENT

Eric Hernandez, World Renowned Native American Hoop Dancer is coming to UCM, Wednesday November 13th at 4:00 PM in Union Ballroom

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