Circle Legacy Center

05/13/2026

The Susquehanna Valley has a rich and ongoing Indigenous history. Tag along as WGAL's Matt Barcaro and CLC's own, Jess McPherson, chat about Native Lands Park.

WGAL is marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by highlighting the Susquehanna Valley’s deep ties to American history.

05/10/2026

Leadership is a service, a commitment to education, advocacy, nurturing, and community building. It is seen and encouraged, cultivated in us as we grow. Today we honor our president and all of those who grew her into the the incredible community member we cherish. We are grateful to our friends and colleagues at Franklin & Marshall College for recognizing MaryAnn Robins with an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for her career in service to the community. Congratulations, MaryAnn. We are so very proud.

(Photo credits to F&M College and our dear friend, Dr Mary Ann Levine.)

04/26/2026

We had a great day at Indian Steps Museum yesterday amongst the raindrops and lovely folks that gathered to celebrate the museum's opening day! Our president, MaryAnn Robins and vice president, Joann McLaughlin made an incredible array of traditional foods to sample- aided by some wonderful cornbread baked by one of our regular volunteers, Zephyr!

Former board member and dear friend to CLC, Hannah Keller, as well as two other volunteers Trella Dubetz and Ash also helped out for the day - serving up the delicious Three Sisters Soup, Jerusalem Artichoke and venison casserole, as well as wild rice, pumpkin mash, fruit and nuts, and some delicious sassafras, dandelion, and strawberry teas!

It was a wonderful day to be in community and celebrate the beautiful work that Indian Steps provides our region! Thanks to everyone who came out- we'll see you again soon!

04/24/2026

Join us in celebrating Indian Steps Museum on the opening of their 2026 season! Come enjoy all the fun things they have to offer and stop by our booth if you'd like to volunteer! We'd love to have you.

The Circle Legacy Center (CLC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Native Americans. Through a variety of cultural events and community projects,
We invite you to explore the rich cultural traditions of Native Americans by visiting us at Opening Day of Indian Steps Museum on April 25th, Saturday from 11-4.
Offering a native food sampling of the following:

Circle Legacy Center
Indian Steps Museum Opening Day
Indigenous Food Tasting Menu:
Venison, Sunchoke & Onion Casserole
Baked Beans
Pumpkin Mash
Squash Bread
Indigenous Fruits & Salads
Assorted Indigenous Teas (Hibiscus, Strawberry, Sassafras)

04/02/2026

2nd Friday is on it's way! RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CjkceXdJZ/

03/25/2026

Circle Legacy Center represented our community at Arts Advocacy Day in PA to voice our concerns over the elimination of Folk and Traditional Arts funding, Preserving Diverse Cultures funding, Arts in Education partnerships and funding for small cultural agencies like ours under the new PCI initiatives. Follow Creative PA to learn how you can support a path forward that supports the arts for all of us.

Still revealing in the strong voices heard at yesterday’s Arts Advocacy Day in the PA Capitol.

Across every sign, speech, and shared moment, the message was clear: access to arts and culture isn’t optional! It’s foundational to a more inspired, connected Pennsylvania.

And the work isn’t done ——> it’s just getting started!

Click the link below to take action with your legislators.

https://citizensfortheartsinpa.quorum.us/campaign/standupforthearts2026/

02/11/2026

If you enjoy history and would love to help folks know more about the Longhouse and our partnership, sign up to be a tour guide with at the 1719 Museum.

Become a volunteer tour guide at the 1719 Museum! We're seeking community members to lead tours of the Herr House and Lancaster Longhouse in the spring, summer, and fall of 2026. New guides do not need prior experience.

Upcoming training sessions meet Saturday, February 21, 9:00 a.m. – noon.; Friday, March 6, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; and Friday, March 20, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

New volunteers are asked to commit to attending all three training sessions and at least one tour date per month during the museum’s open season.

Find more information here: https://buff.ly/aeRdHYh

01/27/2026

Circle Legacy Center's biggest strengths are its people and its partnerships. A big thank you to our partners at Franklin & Marshall College for their recognition of CLC president, MaryAnn Robins.

Congratulations, MaryAnn!

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Franklin & Marshall is pleased to grant honorary degrees to three extraordinary individuals who exemplify the civic spirit and leadership at the heart of the College’s mission.

At the College’s 239th Commencement ceremony in May, F&M will recognize John Fry, Susan Eckert, and MaryAnn Robins, awarding each an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for their commitment to education and community in the City of Lancaster.

Read more about the recipients: https://pulse.ly/oxvozhjsp3

12/27/2025

For those of you on your way to the community vigil this evening, please note the correct gathering time is 6:00pm.

12/26/2025

The annual candlelight vigil remembering those Conestoga relatives lost in the 1763 massacre will be held on Saturday, December 27th. The community will gather at 6:00pm behind the Fulton Theatre on Water Street. All wishing to pay peaceful respects are welcome.

Please bring a candle and any medicines you would like to offer. Dress for the weather. We will be outdoors.

(Photo by Gabriella Martinez, WITF)

12/18/2025

Congratulations to our friends and community members from the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina on achieving your goal of full federal recognition. We celebrate your momentous victory. 🦅

The tribe's legitimacy and unwillingness to go through the normal process to get recognition have been questioned by other tribal nations.