ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with a special event starting at noon.

Visitors can come out and learn about the Haudenosaunee tribe and the indigenous people of our area. Enjoy free admission to the MAG and see demonstrations with the Allegany River Seneca Dancers, hear stories told by a member of the Seneca tribe, look at display tables, and experience the group’s history, culture, and more.

Schedule of events:

• M&T Bank Ballroom
• 12–12:45 pm | Storytelling with Ronnie Reitter (Seneca)
• 1–1:45 pm | Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) music & instruments
• 2–2:45 pm | Hoop Dance participatory demonstration
• 3–3:45 pm | Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Social Dance Performance
• Vanden Brul Pavilion
• 12–3 pm | Wampum belt display table with educator Rich Hamell
• 12–3 pm | Haudenosaunee as First Recyclers with educators from Ganondagan
• 12–3 pm | Library mobile station
• 1:30–2:30 pm | Corn Husk Doll Workshop (while supplies last

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