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November 2, 2026
Gorman Museum Native Arts Market
Date
Sunday - November 8, 2026
Time
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Event Description
Similar to the Gorman Museum grand opening celebration, we are hosting a Native American Art Market on November 8, 2026. The event will feature Native American artists from across California and beyond. Participating artists will feature a wide variety of items including jewelry, cards, clothing, housewares, artworks, and gifts galore!!
All are welcome. Parking and admission is free.
The Museum will be open 11am-5pm.
Rain or shine. The event is planned for outdoors, but is fully prepared to move inside in inclement weather.
Interested VENDORS: Please email vpassalacqua@ucdavis.edu for more info.
Dineh Tah’ Navajo Dancers
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 @ 11:30am – 12:15pm
The group’s purpose is to educate and share with audience’s performances of traditional Navajo dances and songs of the Navajo “Diné” People and to give a deep understanding of the rich cultural traditions of the Navajo People.
As performing ambassadors to the Great Navajo Nation, the Dineh Tah’ Navajo Dancers, under the direction of Shawn Price, are considered an outstanding group of young, talented, and disciplined individuals who continue to excel their cultural program having received many accolades; their unique program offers the finest in traditional and semi-contemporary performances. They have performed at many distinguished events and premiere venues throughout the country and have received many awards and honors. Maintaining their deep connection to the religious aspects of their culture is of the utmost importance in their program.
California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 @ 1:30pm – 2:00pm
As part of the Gorman Native American Art Market, the California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group will be performing.
For two years, the California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group has brought together Alaska Native people living in Northern California to celebrate and preserve the traditions of our Southeast Alaska homeland. Through song, dance, drumming, and language, we honor those who came before us while ensuring our culture continues to thrive for future generations. We are proud to share these traditions with audiences of all backgrounds.
Location
Gorman Museum of Native American Art, 181 Old Davis Road, Davis CA 95616
Free
Details can change. Check with the venue or organizer before you go.
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Similar to the Gorman Museum grand opening celebration, we are hosting a Native American Art Market on November 8, 2026. The event will feature Native American artists from across California and beyond. Participating artists will feature a wide variety of items including jewelry, cards, clothing, housewares, artworks, and gifts galore!!
All are welcome. Parking and admission is free.
The Museum will be open 11am-5pm.
Rain or shine. The event is planned for outdoors, but is fully prepared to move inside in inclement weather.
Interested VENDORS: Please email vpassalacqua@ucdavis.edu for more info.
Dineh Tah’ Navajo Dancers
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 @ 11:30am – 12:15pm
The group’s purpose is to educate and share with audience’s performances of traditional Navajo dances and songs of the Navajo “Diné” People and to give a deep understanding of the rich cultural traditions of the Navajo People.
As performing ambassadors to the Great Navajo Nation, the Dineh Tah’ Navajo Dancers, under the direction of Shawn Price, are considered an outstanding group of young, talented, and disciplined individuals who continue to excel their cultural program having received many accolades; their unique program offers the finest in traditional and semi-contemporary performances. They have performed at many distinguished events and premiere venues throughout the country and have received many awards and honors. Maintaining their deep connection to the religious aspects of their culture is of the utmost importance in their program.
California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 @ 1:30pm – 2:00pm
As part of the Gorman Native American Art Market, the California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group will be performing.
For two years, the California Drums Alaskan Native Dance Group has brought together Alaska Native people living in Northern California to celebrate and preserve the traditions of our Southeast Alaska homeland. Through song, dance, drumming, and language, we honor those who came before us while ensuring our culture continues to thrive for future generations. We are proud to share these traditions with audiences of all backgrounds.
Location
Gorman Museum of Native American Art, 181 Old Davis Road, Davis CA 95616