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Heritage Programs

Native American Heritage Programs shares Lenape (Delaware Indian) culture & contributions of Native Americans.

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Pennsylvania Humanities Council

Commonwealth Speakers:  Native American Life & History

The roles and histories of the indigenous peoples of Pennsylvania often are misunderstood or romanticized. Our talks offer clear insights into different aspects of native culture and history.

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At the time of Columbus, as many as 10 million Native Americans lived in North America. Many thousands lived in the vast homeland of the Lenni Lenape, who were the first inhabitants of easternAllan & doll collection Pennsylvania. Respected by William Penn, the Lenape were later forced from their villages by Penn's sons and
the infamous Walking Purchase. We will provide an interactive introduction to the Lenape and compare and contrast their social customs, religion, family life, agriculture, healing practices and crafts with those of the Europeans and colonial Americans.

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Carla and Allan Messinger
Native American Heritage programs - Consultants


   The Role of Women in Native Society: Then and Now

2 Apache teensThe role of Native American women in native life and their contributions have been greatly underestimated. Early European writers often did not accept women in roles other than the ones allowed in their own culture. Reservation life forced men to abandon their traditional roles as hunters and warriors and to conform to European customs, leading them to usurp female roles. In contemporary Native American life, women's accomplishments often are distorted or ignored. This presentation will explore the achievements of native women through the eyes of a Native woman and a historian. Adult oriented.

 
 

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 RESOURCES: Commonwealth Speakers

2008-09 Season of Free Presentations

How to Apply

1.            Review the current guidelines carefully to ensure that your organization and planned event are suitable. Application forms can be downloaded in [PDF] or [Word] formats. To receive them by mail, contact the PHC.

2.            See the new Frequently Asked Questions section for help with common questions. Additional information on submitting an application can be found on the Application Process page.

 3.            Submit your application. Instructions for preparing your application are included on the application form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications must be received at least eight weeks prior to your desired program date. Applications may be submitted by mail or fax. Organizations will receive notification of decisions approximately four weeks after receipt of the application.

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325 Chestnut Street, Suite 715
Philadelphia, PA 19106-2607

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