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MJC SIERRA Program hosts: “Tradition is Our Medicine; Knowledge is Our Fire” Intertribal Powwow 2026

  • December 9, 2025
  • by MJC Special Programs
This painting depicts a Native American dancer in mid-motion, wearing a vibrant traditional regalia adorned with feathers beadwork, and fringes. The background is a swirl of bold colors, blending blues, purples, reds, oranges, and yellows, creating a dreamlike and energetic atmosphere. The dancer’s posture and dynamic attire evoke the spirit and rhythm of a powwow, celebrating Indigenous cultural traditions.

Date: Saturday, March 28th 2026
Time: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Location: East Campus Quad, Modesto Junior College, 435 College Ave, Modesto, CA 95354

Summary

The Modesto Junior College Tradition is Our Medicine; Knowledge is Our Fire Intertribal Powwow 2026 is a social gathering that brings together Native American communities from various tribes within California and throughout Turtle Island (USA) to celebrate and honor their cultural heritage here on the Yokut and Me-Wuk peoples’ land. This event serves as a platform for dancing, singing, feasting, and the exchange of arts, crafts, and traditions, fostering unity and cultural pride among participants. In addition, this powwow will provide an opportunity to uphold and share tribal customs, languages, and values, ensuring their preservation for future generations. While rooted in indigenous traditions, MJC’s powwow is open to the public, inviting non-Native attendees to experience and appreciate the rich cultural expressions of Native American peoples.

Head Staff

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Groups

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Itinerary

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For more information please contact: 
Jacob De La Rosa
Program Specialist

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Special thanks to UTOC (United Tribes of California).

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