CPN Cultural Heritage Center

2 Week Intermediate Immersion Language Course
2026-06-03 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-04 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-05 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-08 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-09 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-10 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-11 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-12 08:30 - 16:30 UTC | CPN Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
This two-week course will take place in person at the CPN Cultural Heritage Center. Class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Please RSVP to language@potawatomi.org if you plan on attending.

Bead and Tea
2026-06-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-24 13:00 - 16:00 | CPN Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
This is a class for all levels, join us to drink tea and share your knowledge or learn from others. Tools are provided and we encourage you to bring your own projects and cup for seasonal tea tasting.
During the month of May, the tea of the month is Dandelion, and there will be instruction focused on porcupine quills from 1-2 p.m. each session:
May 6: Edging (bags and panels)
May 13: Applique Panels
May 20: Barrettes and earrings
May 27: Fur Hair Ties (real or faux)
For more info, email chcculturalactivities@potawatomi.org

Open Sew with Skills Instruction
2026-06-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-22 09:00 - 16:00 | CPN Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
This is a class for all levels, join us to share your knowledge or learn from others. Tools are provided and we encourage you to bring your own project to work on. This month, there will be a two-hour skill session at the beginning of each class as follows:
May Skills: Regalia Accessories
May 4: Shawls
May 11: Applique Pattern (Shawl/Skirt Panel)
May 18: Fringing
May 25: NO CLASS – CHC closed (Memorial Day)
For more info, email chcculturalactivities@potawatomi.org

Learning Lodge Drop In Hours
2026-06-26 08:00 - 22:00 | Learning Lodge, 18404 Rangeline Road, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
The Learning Lodge opens for drop in hours. All are welcome; drop in any time!

Living Potawatomi Art
2026-06-26 09:00 - 10:00 | CHC Classroom, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
Lauren Kelly will present Living Potawatomi Art at 9 a.m. Friday, and she will talk about trends and must-watch artists in the world of Potawatomi art today.
A number of presentations are offered throughout Family Reunion Festival at the Cultural Heritage Center. For a full list of events, check the Festival book handed out at registration or visit the CHC events calendar online.

Medicine Bag Making Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States
Many workshops and classes are held at the CHC during Family Reunion Festival. Registration is required for workshops; visit portal.potawatomi.org or call the CHC at 405-878-5830 to register. Registration for CHC classes, activities and heritage interviews opens at noon on Thursday, June 25.

Loom Beading Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Canoe Making Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Loom Beading Workshop (Kids)
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Turtle Keychain Workshop (Kids)
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Turtle Rattle Making Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Pucker Toe Moccasin Earring Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Pony Bead Keychain Workshop (Kids)
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Shawl Applique Workshop
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States

Shawl Fringing Workshop ($40)
2026-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | CHC Long Room, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, oklahoma, 74801, United States
Many workshops and classes are held at the CHC during Family Reunion Festival. Registration is required for workshops; visit portal.potawatomi.org or call the CHC at 405-878-5830 to register. For the Shawl Fringing class, there is a $40 materials fee. Registration for CHC classes, activities and heritage interviews opens at noon on Thursday, June 25.

Let's Research!
2026-06-26 10:15 - 11:00 | CHC Classroom, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
Collections Manager/Registrar Peter Kavourgias will explain to those attending how to navigate the CHC’s research platforms.

A number of presentations are offered throughout Family Reunion Festival at the Cultural Heritage Center. For a full list of events, check the Festival book handed out at registration or visit the CHC events calendar online.

Widmëwshnak é Yawyen (Tell Us a Little About Yourself)
2026-06-26 11:00 - 12:00 | CHC Classroom, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
A language workshop focused on Potawatomi Introductions led by Robert Collins.

A number of presentations are offered throughout Family Reunion Festival at the Cultural Heritage Center. For a full list of events, check the Festival book handed out at registration or visit the CHC events calendar online.

Weed to Tea
2026-06-26 13:00 - 14:00 | CHC Classroom, 1899 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
Jane Fleischfresser will talk about how to harvest, prepare and store traditional dandelion tea.

A number of presentations are offered throughout Family Reunion Festival at the Cultural Heritage Center. For a full list of events, check the Festival book handed out at registration or visit the CHC events calendar online.
