Here are 6 opportunities to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Maine

Children engage with drum in the music house, part of the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine’s newest exhibit, Ckuwaponahkiyik Atkuhkakonol: Wabanaki Storytelling Through Art and Traditions.

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a day of honor, remembrance and celebration. For many, the day is a way to reclaim stolen history and uplift the past and present contributions of Indigenous people. We’ve pulled together celebrations and events from across the state for our readers to learn more about their vibrant culture, resilience and what work still needs to be done.

Portland - Ckuwaponahkiyik Atkuhkakonol: Wabanaki Storytelling Through Art and Traditions

When: Monday, Oct. 14
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine — 250 Thompsons Point Rd., Portland, ME
What’s happening: This outdoor exhibit celebrates and highlights Wabanaki storytelling and art traditions that have been part of this cultural landscape that we currently call Maine for over 12,000 years. From 10 am – 11 am we are excited to have the return of the Burnurwubskek Singers from Penobscot Nation who will be drumming and sharing songs and stories from their 25 years of being a drum group. Tickets are $18.

See more here: https://mainebeacon.com/here-are-6-opportunities-to-celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-in-maine/