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Join BBP at Tony Marron Park for the 11th Annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Houston Sunrise Prayer and Ceremonial Gathering led by the Calmecac Indigenous Organization. This sunrise observance will follow the ceremonial construction of a tipi and will honor the Buffalo nation through traditional song, music, and dance. All are invited to participate in a Rematriation and Four Winds Blessing led by Abuela M’api Rainflowa, Co-founder of Calmecac Indigenous Organization, her mother, sisters, and daughter followed by a walk to the bayou for an offering of flowers and herbs. Speakers representing various Indigenous nations and groups as well as informational tables from community organizations will also be join the ceremony.
Ceremony Schedule:
7:00am Rematriation and Four Winds Blessing Begins
7:30am Walk to Buffalo Bayou and Ceremonial Offering
8:00am Performance by Houston Aztec Dance