The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) is marking Native Indigenous American Heritage Month this November with a series of educational events and resources that highlight Native American history and culture. The observance, officially established in 1990 by former President George H.W. Bush, encourages the public to learn more about Indigenous communities, their histories, and ongoing issues.
As per the City of San Antonio website, SAPL’s events include the Two-Spirit Panel Discussion on Saturday, an online session from 2 to 4 p.m. that will explore Two-Spirit and Indigi-queer identities across Turtle Island, a term used by some Indigenous peoples for North America. Access information for the discussion is available on SAPL’s website.
A bowl weaving workshop will be held on Thursday next week from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Collins Garden Branch Library, offering participants the opportunity to experience a traditional Indigenous craft. On Saturday next week, the Central Library will host Brush & Verse from 1 to 3 p.m., featuring Indigenous picture book creators Adriana M. Garcia and Xelena González.
Storyteller Amy Bluemel, a member of the Chickasaw Nation, will share traditional stories and teach basic words in the Chickasaw language at three library branches on Saturday next week: Collins Garden (11 a.m.), Johnston (2 p.m.), and Westfall (4:30 p.m.). On November 18, the Great Northwest Branch Library will hold a presentation on Indigenous yarn art, (TSIK+RI) Ojo de Dios, from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
SAPL also provides online materials focused on Indigenous genealogy, heritage, traditions, and literature. The library’s website features curated reading lists across fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, along with full event details and contact information.
