This celebration, a Portland Monuments Project partner event, is being presented by the Native American Youth & Family Center(NAYA). See a full list of project partners.
NAYA’s Annual Neerchokikoo Powwow is a celebration of Native American history, culture, and cultural arts. Since 2010, the powwow has welcomed the community to gather to celebrate culture through dance, music, art, and food. The Neerchokikoo Powwow also honors partners, volunteers, and donors whose contributions to NAYA’s work has enhanced the lives of our youth, families, and elders over the past year.
Traditional drumming and dance for individuals of all ages are performed throughout the day, as well as exhibitions from our tiny tots, youth, and multi-generational groups. Participants dance, drum, and sing in their own styles, as Portland is home to a large and diverse Native population representing members from 380 different tribes.
In addition to the dance exhibitions, Native artisans and vendors supported by NAYA’s microenterprise services offer beautiful prints, jewelry, and other items for sale. Delicious fry bread and Indian tacos will be available for purchase.
Learn about Neerchokikoo Powwow
Image courtesy of NAYA