06/08/2026
This Saturday, we invite Native people from across our communities to join us for our Powwow as we gather to celebrate our cultures, strengthen our connections, and discuss our future.
We also want to take a moment to address the imagery used in our event flyer. The image depicts Myles Standish marching through Plymouth carrying the head of Wituwamat. We chose this image to encourage both Native and non-Native people to confront a difficult but important part of this country's history and to reflect on what Native communities have experienced since first contact.
As the United States marks 250 years, we ask: What exactly is being celebrated, and what has that history meant for Native people?
RIIC has traveled across the country and witnessed Native communities continuing to struggle for access to healthcare, housing, education, cultural preservation, economic opportunity, and the recognition that many should have received generations ago.
Does that not concern you? Does that not want you to create change?
This flyer was never intended to offend. Its purpose is to spark conversation and reflection around important questions:
• What comes next for Native people?
• How do we move beyond survival toward healing, self-determination, and prosperity?
• What responsibilities do institutions and governments have in supporting Native communities moving forward?
While these conversations are not always easy, they are necessary.
We encourage Native people from all communities to join us in support, to be part of these larger conversations, and to celebrate the resilience, strength, and endurance of our people.
We hope to see you there.
This event is free to the public!
Parking instructions can be found: https://www.195districtpark.com/directions/
If you have questions please call 401-781-1098 or email [email protected]
