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Native American Studies Center

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119 S. Main St.
Lancaster, SC 29720 Get Directions
Phone 803-313-7172

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  • January Mini Pop-Up Art Market

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    These monthly mini pop-up art sales offer original works by Native American artists, perfect for gifts or your personal art collection! The January market features artwork such as baskets by Beckee Garris (Catawba Nation) and jewelry by Stephanie Peak (Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories). Admission is free and open to the public!

  • The Invented Indigenous Histories of Appalachian Show Caves

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    "The Invented Indigenous Histories of Appalachian Show Caves" Dr. Chelsea Fisher, Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of South Carolina Show caves – caves operated as commercial attractions - have been a fixture of Appalachian tourism since the nineteenth century. In this talk, Dr. Fisher will examine Appalachian show caves as a technology of colonialism,…

  • 12th Annual Winter Native American Art & Craft Festival

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    Held in conjunction with the City of Lancaster’s Christmas in the City, the 12th Annual Winter Native American Art & Craft Festival features jewelry, quilts, baskets, Catawba pottery, and more artwork and demonstrations by established and emerging Native American artisans from around the region! Enjoy delicious frybread from Lowcountry Frybread, available for purchase in the…

  • “How to be a Journalist in Today’s Media World”

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    Do you want to be a journalist? That's great news considering we are now in one of the fastest growing media ages of all time and journalistic services are needed now more than ever. But how do you do it? In this event, you will hear from Vincent Schilling, a successful journalist who has worked…

  • “Catawba Indian Nation v. South Carolina 1975 – 2006: An Insider’s Perspective” with Jay Bender

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    Retired University of South Carolina professor and attorney for the S.C. Press Association Jay Bender discusses his role as former attorney for the Catawba Nation and his involvement in the tribe regaining federal recognition. Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public. Presented…

    Free

  • Mini Pop-Up Art Market

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    Support local talent and discover something special! These mini monthly pop-up art sales offer original works by Native American artists, perfect for gifts or your personal art collection. On Nov. 15, meet artists Lisa Lindler (Waccamaw Indian People) and Kathleen Sahtunkinish (Caddo Nation) and shop their creations from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • Native American Artifact ID Session

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    Have a stone tool, pottery sherd, or mysterious item you’d like to know more about? Join Center Archaeologist and USC Lancaster Senior Instructor of Anthropology Chris Judge for this ID session of Native American artifacts. Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public.

    Free

  • “Blood & Myth” Screening and Discussion

    Native American Studies Center 119 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC

    After a screening of Hulu’s “Blood & Myth” (released this September), USC Lancaster Director of Native American Studies and Folklorist Dr. Stephen Criswell and Criminal Justice Instructor Deborah Rowell discuss their previously recorded Q&A session with Executive Producer James Dommek Jr. and Director and Executive Producer Kahlil Hudson. BBQ plates catered by Smokin Butts BBQ…