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Indigenous Peoples Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution – PA
Philidelphia, PA 19106 United States
Join us at the Museum for our vibrant Indigenous Peoples Weekend! Immerse yourself in the rich history, culture, and pivotal contributions of Native Americans during the Revolutionary era through engaging activities and captivating stories.
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Learn About a Native American Leader
Daily | 11:30 a.m.
Discover the inspiring story of Akiatonharonkwen, Louis Cook, a remarkable Mohawk leader and one of the highest-ranking Native American officers in the Continental Army, through a lively 10-minute talk with a Museum educator.
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Celebrate Haudenosaunee Culture
Daily | 12:30 p.m.
Experience the vibrant traditions of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) with Jordan Smith (Mohawk, Bear Clan), Kehala Smith (Tuscarora Nation, Turtle Clan), and Hallz Jimerson (Onondaga Nation, Bear Clan). Enjoy stories, songs, dances, and traditional costuming that bring 17th- to 19th-century Native culture to life.
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Meet Living History Interpreters
Daily | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Connect with Haudenosaunee interpreters Jordan Smith, Kehala Smith, and Halzz Jimerson as they share stories of their culture’s past, present, and future. See and touch meaningful objects like woven baskets, slippery elm bark, and wampum belts in this engaging experience.
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Hands-On History: Native Americans in the Revolution
Daily | 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Get up close with history at our interactive discovery cart! Explore replica artifacts and documents while learning about Tyonajanegen, an Oneida woman who bravely fought in the Battle of Oriskany during the Saratoga Campaign.