Native American Arts Festival - "The Gathering"

The 2010 Native American Art Festival, “The Gathering” will highlight more than 150 of the finest Southwest Native American artists.

Enjoy these photos of the Native American Arts Festival.

What happens at the Native American Arts Festival?

The Native American Arts Festival features more than 200 award-winning artists and showcases both traditional and modern Native American Art. Jewelry, pottery, basketry, weaving, kachinas, painting, beadwork and more will be available for viewing. The cultures and traditions of the Native Southwest are a major part of this festival, with authentic foods, artist demonstrations, musical performances, and traditional dancing.

When is the Native American Arts Festival?

Saturday, January 9th and Sunday, January 10th, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where is the Native American Arts Festival?

The festival will be held at Scout Park, 200 W. Fairway Drive in Litchfield Park. To get there, take I-10 W. to Exit #128, go north to Wigwam Blvd., east to to Old Litchfield Rd., left to Fairway Dr.

How do I get tickets for the Native American Arts Festival and how much are they?

Admission is $8 for adults $5 for seniors (55+), and children 12 and under are admitted free. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Litchfield Park Rec Center, 100 Old Litchfield Rd in Litchfield Park.

Are there discounts to the Native American Arts Festival?

Not that I know of.

What else should I know about the Native American Arts Festival?

All day entertainment includes popular cultural dances, flute performances by Mac Lopez and story telling of Allenroy Paquin. Main stage headliners include “Lord of the Strings Arvel Bird with Many Tribes, One Fire”, Tony Duncan, Moontee Sinquah, and 2008 Senior Hoop Dance World Champion, Clarence Clearwater.

Do you have pictures of the Native American Arts Festival?

Yes! Enjoy this Native American Arts Festival photo gallery.

What if I have more questions about the Native American Arts Festival?

For more information, contact the City of Litchfield Park Rec Center at 623-935-9040 or visit Lichfield Park online.