Native American Heritage Month at FLC

Native American Heritage Month is an acknowledgment of the resiliency of Indigenous Peoples through art, culture, food, music, tradition, and well-being.

We celebrate the contribution and impact Indigenous Peoples have had on global perspectives from time immemorial to the present day. This month creates the opportunity to empower future generations to embrace, educate, and engage in dialogue regarding the Indigenous ways of life.

All Nations Flag Display, November 1 – 17

Location: Student Union – Animas Lounge

Tribal flags representing Indigenous sovereign nations/communities will be displayed in the Student Union in the Animas Lounge. These flags have been donated to the Native American Center by tribal nations/communities. To donate a tribal flag, please contact the Native American Center at NAC@fortlewis.edu or 970-247-7221.

Native American Heritage Month day events

  • November 1, 2023
  • November 2, 2023
  • November 4, 2023
  • November 7, 2023
  • November 10, 2023
  • November 11, 2023
  • November 13, 2023
  • November 14, 2023
November 1, 2023

Kick-Off to Native American Heritage Month with live music from Sihasin, a Diné brother and sister duo band

Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Vallecito Room, Student Union

November 2, 2023

Breakfast with Sihasin band

Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Room 130, Student Union

November 4, 2023

Native American Heritage Basketball Game powered by NABI vs. Haskell Indian Nations University

Time: 5 p.m.
Location: SunUte Community Center

November 7, 2023

Hozhoni Ambassadors Present: Share your Indigenous Culture Night

Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Vallecito Room, Student Union

November 10, 2023

Diversifying the Healthcare Workforce: Journey to Becoming a Dietitian

Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Room 130, Chemistry Building

November 11, 2023

Nourishing our Communities: The Power of Indigenous Nutrition in Healthcare

Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Schlessman Hall

November 13, 2023

“Indigenous Futurity” Artist Panel

Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Center of Southwest Studies Gallery

November 14, 2023

AIBL Indigenous Artists and Vendor Popup Shop

Time: 4 – 8 p.m.
Location: Vallecito Room, Student Union

Contact us

FLC's student body is 27% Native American, represented by a rich cultural diversity of 113 tribal nations, and is federally designated as a Native American-Serving Non-Tribal Institution.

Native American Center

Location: Student Union, Room 020
Phone: 970-247-7221
Fax: 970-247-7686
Email: nac@fortlewis.edu
Mailing address: 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO 81301

Visit us

Submit the NAC Visitation Request Form to promote:

  • A graduate program
  • An internship program
  • A scholarship
  • Your organization

Allow at least two weeks' notice to guarantee accommodations.

*High school and transfer student groups schedule visits through the Admission Office.