Water is Life: Drew Michael Reception Join us for a profound artistic journey exploring Yup'ik spiritual connections to water, land, and animal spirits! Event Details: 🗓️ November 23, 2024 ⏰ 2-5pm Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, WA  98199 Immerse yourself in powerful masks and artwork that honor Indigenous traditions and… Read More »Water is Life: Drew Michael Reception

The Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center proudly presents its Native Art Market, a curated exhibition and marketplace featuring authentic Indigenous artisans and their masterworks. This sophisticated showcase spans diverse artistic traditions from numerous tribal nations, encompassing meticulously crafted apparel, artisanal jewelry, traditional woodcraft, ceremonial drums, limited edition prints, and an array of other distinctive pieces.… Read More »United Indians Winter Native Art Market

We are excited to announce free Powwow Dance classes starting on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, running for 22 weeks at Daybreak Star Cultural Center! These classes will offer participants a welcoming introduction to the significance, traditions, and spirit of Powwow dancing. Whether you are reconnecting with culture or learning for the… Read More »Powwow Dance Classes

You don’t need to attend every class to attend this class! We are excited to announce free Powwow Dance classes starting on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, running for 22 weeks at Daybreak Star Cultural Center! These classes will offer participants a welcoming introduction to the significance, traditions, and spirit of Powwow… Read More »Powwow Dance Classes Day 2

11:00 AM – MURU (The Raid) Virtual Q&A with Cliff Curtis & Tearepa Kahi following the screening.  Inspired by true events, MURU follows Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tawharau (Cliff Curtis) as he faces a moral dilemma during a government-led armed raid on his Ruatoki community. 1 hour 44 minutes FREE!!!

2:00 PM – Short Film Blocks A collection of diverse short films by Indigenous filmmakers, showcasing powerful stories and creative artistry.  FREE!!! Short Films include: I Was Never The Siren - House of Kilig’s inaugural film The Queen’s Flowers - an animated short adventure for kids that follows Emma, a native Hawaiian girl in 1915… Read More »Winter Film Showcase – Short Film Blocks

Standing Above the Clouds Film WHEN A MASSIVE THIRTY METER TELESCOPE IS PROPOSED TO BE BUILT ON MAUNA KEA, AN UPRISING OF KIAʻI (PROTECTORS) IN HAWAIʻI AND AROUND THE WORLD DEDICATE THEIR LIVES TO PROTECTING THE SACRED MOUNTAIN FROM FURTHER DESTRUCTION. THROUGH THE LENS OF MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS IN THREE NATIVE HAWAIIAN FAMILIES, STANDING ABOVE… Read More »Winter Film Showcase – Standing Above the Clouds

6:00 PM – Short Film Block (18+) An edgy and bold selection of short films for mature audiences, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and creativity. This screening is limited to attendees 18 years of age or older. Short Films Include: Fools Gold Fool’s Gold - Would be thieves are foiled by a Cherokee curse. By… Read More »Winter Indigenous Film Showcase – 18+ Shorts Block