Chicago American Indian Community Collaborative

06/19/2026

Join our friends at the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana Chicago Office for Cultural Night today. We hope you'll come out for an evening of community and culture.

Please Join us Friday June 19th for Cultural Night at Tunica-Biloxi Chicago Office.

06/19/2026

The Jingle Dress Workshop with Michelle Reed is a wonderful chance to learn the history and teachings of the Jingle Dress, create your own regalia, and connect with community. Whether you're just getting started or have experience, all skill levels are welcome.

📅 July 10–12, 2026
📍 American Indian Center of Chicago

Be sure to register early—space is limited!

🪶✨ Jingle Dress Workshop with Michelle Reed ✨🪶

Join us for a special three-day workshop led by Michelle Reed (Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe)

Whether you're just beginning your journey or have experience with regalia making, this workshop welcomes all skill levels.

📅 July 10–12, 2026
📍 American Indian Center of Chicago
3401 W. Ainslie St., Chicago, IL 60625

✨ Create your own regalia
✨ Learn the history and teachings of the Jingle Dress
✨ Learn foundational dance movements
✨ Supplies included
✨ Meals provided

🎟️ Limited tickets available
💲 Registration: $50

Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.

06/12/2026

Tomorrow is the day! 🚨

Come join us for the 2026 St. Kateri Center Powwow and the CAICC Community Achievement Celebration.

06/12/2026

Free Day at the Gichigamiin Museum on Wednesday, June 17th! 🎨

06/11/2026

Eyes here!

Relatives, we were so looking forward to gathering with you tonight, but the weather has other plans.

Because of the threat of severe weather this evening, we are rescheduling Powwow at the Lake 2026 to next Thursday, June 18.

We did not make this decision lightly. We know dancers were getting ready, families were making plans, vendors and volunteers were preparing, and many of you were looking forward to being together by the lake. We also know a schedule change can be frustrating.

But our first responsibility is care. We want everyone to be able to travel safely, gather safely, dance safely and make it home safely.

So we’ll try again next week.

Updated event information:
Powwow at the Lake 2026
Thursday, June 18
Same location
Dancer registration opens at 4 p.m.
Dancer registration closes at 5:45 p.m.
Grand Entry is at 6 p.m.

Dancer registration is also reopening for one more week. If you know dancers who would like to join us, please share the registration listed in the linktree in our bio.

Thank you for your patience, flexibility and care for one another. We’re grateful for this community, and we’re excited to gather with you next Thursday.

Please help us spread the word.

06/09/2026

Bring your people, visit the vendors, support the dancers, and spend a summer night with Native Chicago on the lakefront!

Powwow at the Lake is back for our third year.

There is something special about gathering by the water, and we are excited to bring Native singing, dancing, vendors, family, and community back to the lakefront.

Join the American Indian Center on Thursday, June 11, at Foster Beach for a summer evening with Native Chicago.

Grand Entry begins at 6 p.m., so plan to arrive early, visit the vendors, and find a place to sit. This is an outdoor event, so please bring your own chairs or blankets.

This event is free and open to everyone. You do not have to be Native to attend. Relatives, neighbors, friends, families, and respectful guests are all welcome.

We will have intertribal dances, spot dances, audience participation, Native vendors, and a closing Round Dance.

Dancers are invited to preregister. We are offering a $40 honorarium to the first 40 dancers who preregister and check in. More details are available in the sign-up form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuLTnThVPAtzoQRqya2YMH0aWRyYa475FYxFJ3xtaYxVnbjQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Powwow at the Lake
Thursday, June 11
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Grand Entry at 6 p.m.
Foster Beach
5100 N. Simonds Drive, Chicago

Bring your people, visit the vendors, support the dancers, and spend a summer night with Native Chicago on the lakefront.

06/04/2026

Powwow at the Lake is back!

Join the American Indian Center on Thursday, June 11 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at Foster Beach for Native singing, dancing, vendors, family, and community on the lakefront.

American Indian Center Powwow At The Lake Dancer Pre-Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuLTnThVPAtzoQRqya2YMH0aWRyYa475FYxFJ3xtaYxVnbjQ/viewform

05/29/2026

Happening today! 🌮

Come one, come all! We are having a taco sale at St. Kateri on Friday May 29th from 5PM-8PM!

All proceeds will go towards expenses for the Indigiqueer and Two-Spirit Pride Parade Float! That includes our entry fee, float fee, day-of snacks/beverages, and other items to prepare us for the big day!

Additionally, we are looking for volunteers to help out with the sale! We need people who are willing to prep the food, take orders, serve the food and gathering supplies for the sale.

Here is a list of our food donation needs:

*Lettuce
*Tomatoes
*Cheese
*Onion
*Sour cream
*Salsa
*Jar Jalapeños
*Drinks (pop/water)
*Frozen blueberries
*Cinnamon
*Sugar
*Powder sugar
*Honey

We need our community's help and support. We thank you kindly in advance! If you would like to donate any of the following items, give funds for us to pick up the supplies, or if you would just like to volunteer your time, that would also be greatly appreciated!

Questions? Feel free to reach out to Teagan Harris, Kendra Henry, Jazzie Soto, or Eli Cadena

05/28/2026

2 days to go!

05/21/2026

Native students have the right to wear tribal regalia at graduation ceremonies under Illinois law. ❤️🪶

As graduation season approaches, we’re sharing this informational resource to help support Native students, families, schools, and communities in understanding these protections and the importance of cultural expression during graduation.

Please feel free to share with schools, graduates, families, and community members!