Presented by the American Indian Studies Department, American Indian Student Council, Native American Alumni Chapter, Division of Student Services, Student Life and Development, 49er Shops, Inc., and Associated Students, Inc..
California State University, Long Beach’s annual Pow Wow, an American Indian social celebration, returns to the campus’ central quad on Saturday and Sunday, March 8 - 9, 2008. The largest spring event of its kind in Southern California, the Pow Wow at Cal State Long Beach is focused on displaying the university’s strong American Indian presence. Admission and parking are free. We strongly recommend spectators to bring folding chairs.
The two-day event, which will feature American Indian dancing, arts, crafts and food begins at 11 AM each day and runs until 10 PM on Saturday and 7 PM on Sunday. In addition to contests and inter-tribal dancing, there will be Gourd dancing with Dancer Registration closing at 2 PM on Saturday, March 8. All dancers and drums are invited.
Native foods such as mutton and beef stew, Navajo tacos, fry bread and Indian burgers will be on sale at the event, and American Indian vendors will be selling both traditional and contemporary American Indian art.
Not responsible for theft, loss, accident, injury or personal expenses. Absolutely no alcohol or drugs allowed. California State law forbids overnight camping. With respect to our elders, no pets allowed. For more information about the 38th Annual Pow Wow celebration at Cal State Long Beach, call 562/985-8528 or 562/985-4963 (message machine). A campus map and directions can be found at www.csulb.edu/maps
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | Gourd Dancing |
| 1:00 PM | Grand Entry |
| 2:00 PM | Dancers Registration Closes |
| 4:00 PM | American Indian Student Council (AISC) Special |
| 5:00 PM | Dinner Break |
| 7:00 PM | Grand Entry |
| 10:00 PM | Closing: Retire colors and dance out |
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | Gourd Dancing |
| 1:00 PM | Grand Entry |
| 6:00 PM | Closing: Retire colors and dance out |
More information to come.
We have limited space thus artisans and vendors are invited only. If you are interested in vending, please email us: CSULB Pow Wow or call (562) 985-8528 with your name, mailing address, and items you are interested in selling. The Vendor Committee will make a decision on whether they will send you an application. Your email request does not guarantee an application will be mailed. Please be in compliance with the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-644).
GuestHouse International Hotel 5325 East Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, CA 90804. Please call Molly Linabah at 1-800-809-0388 and ask for the CSULB Powwow rate.
All lots handicapped accessible
