Virginia Indian tribes to be celebrated Saturday at Jamestown Settlement

JAMES CITY — Jamestown Settlement is holding its annual Indigenous Arts Day on Saturday to honor the Virginia Indian tribal communities who have occupied the land for centuries.

Beginning at 11 a.m., the day will celebrate traditional and contemporary art forms by Indigenous artists, including special performances of music and dance. A full schedule is available at jyfmuseums.org/indigenous-arts-day.

Red Crooked Sky American Indian Dance Troupe will lead the day’s performances with Stoney Creek Singers on drum, along with Nottoway flutist Nathan Elliott and Lakota storyteller Felicity Meza-Luna.

A variety of Indigenous artists and craftspeople will display and demonstrate their work throughout the day, some of which will be available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, activities will move indoors.

Visitors to Jamestown Settlement can also learn about 17th-century Virginia Indian history and culture in the museum’s permanent gallery exhibits featuring artifacts, innovative films and interactives.

The settlement is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Special event activities are included with museum admission; $18.00 for adults and $9 for ages 6-12. Children ages 5 and under are free.

Citizens of Virginia Indian tribes receive free admission during Indigenous Arts Day. Residents of James City County, York County and Williamsburg, including William & Mary students, receive free admission with proof of residency.

For more information, visit jyfmuseums.org. Jamestown Settlement is located on Route 31 southwest of Williamsburg.