The Coeur d’Alene Tribe is partnering with the Kroc Center and the Human Rights Education Institute to share tribal history and culture with the community during Native American Heritage month in November.

The celebration will kick off at the Kroc Center at 6 p.m. on Nov. 2 with a free cultural celebration that will include storytelling, singing, drumming, dancing, regalia and history.

“Coeur d’Alene is lucky to have the rich culture of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe right on our doorstep yet it seems that many of us know very little about the Tribe…I hope everyone will join us,” said Major Benton Markham, executive director of the Kroc Center.

“In this time of political angst and turmoil, it’s important to develop an understanding of each other and the more that we learn about each other, the more we will be able to embrace our similarities and respect our difference,” said Jeanette Laster, director of programs at HREI. “It’s a great opportunity for folks in our community to learn about tribal culture.”

“Our Tribe has a deep history in the region and a lot of rich traditions. Most people only see or experience it from afar when they go to Julyamsh. By holding several events over the course of the month, people will have the opportunity to engage, ask questions, and participate in different aspects of our culture and we hope everyone will take this opportunity to do just that,” said Chairman Chief Allan of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe.

Scheduled events range from drumming and dancing to cultural demonstrations on crafts. There will also be presentations on the Tribe’s history, the affects federal policies have had on tribes, and tribal economies. Some activities require advanced sign up. For more information and the full schedule visit: http://www.kroccda.org/native.html.