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Christmas 1837: Seminole Survival and the Battle of Okeechobee
December 15, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, we are looking at a particular historic moment and space that changed the course of Seminole history, and highlighted their resilience, drive, and sacrifice to stay in their ancestral homeland; the Battle of Okeechobee.
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Kickoff to Seminole Festival Season
December 1, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, join us for all the latest details on festival season and three exciting, special events. Dance to the rhythm at the Indigenous Arts and Music Festival, immerse yourself in Native dance at the Seminole Tribal Fair and Pow Wow, and catch the excitement…
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Seminole Snapshots: The “Camera-Man,” Julian Dimock
November 22, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, take a journey back in time with us to a wilder Florida as we look at the Dimock Collection!
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Native American Heritage Month 2023
November 10, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
November is Native American Heritage Month! Join us for local events and resources.
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Oh my Gourd! Seminole Pumpkins and Other Uniquely Cultivated Seminole Foods
November 3, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
Last month, we shared some sweet and savory Seminole treats and recipes that you can try at home. As we touched on previously, Indigenous cooking and harvesting represent acts of resistance to the pressures of colonization. Therefore, it is increasingly important to recognize, uphold, share,…
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American Indigenous Arts Celebration November 3rd-4th, 2023
October 27, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
It is that time of year again! This year’s American Indigenous Arts Celebration (AIAC) will be held November 3rd and 4th on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation.
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Sweet and Savory Seminole Treats!
October 20, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
Get a closer look at traditional Seminole treats, recipes you can try at home, and how and where you can taste some of these special foods.
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Mystery at Fort Marion
October 6, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, join us to explore the Mystery of Coacoochee's Escape from Fort Marion.
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THPO Spotlight: Artifact of the Month
September 29, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, join us as we talk with Samantha Wade, Senior Bioarchaeologist and Lab Supervisor for the Seminole Tribe of Florida Tribal Historic Preservation Office (STOF THPO) about the long-running Artifact of the Month program.
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The Devil, Abiaka: The Legacy of Sam Jones
September 21, 2023 | By Deanna Butler
This week, join us to learn about the life and legend of Abiaka. Also known as Abiaki, Arapeika/Aripika, Sam Jones, or just “The Devil,” Abiaka was a fierce Seminole wartime leader, medicine man, and spy.
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