SAN ANTONIO — The Briscoe Western Art Museum invites the community to their annual Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival this Saturday.
The event is free and will take place throughout the museum, along the River Walk from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To register for the event click here.
The event will have family-friendly activities that honor the cultural traditions of Native American communities with storytelling, art demonstrations, live music, dancing, an Asian market and Native American-inspired food.
"Native Americans have played a profound role in shaping the history, culture and spirit of the American West. Their deep connection to the land, their traditions and their art have left an indelible mark on the region’s story. At the Briscoe, we honor these contributions by celebrating and preserving that heritage through exhibitions and events,” said Liz Jackson, President and CEO of the Briscoe Western Art Museum. “It's essential that we recognize and honor Native American communities today, not just for their historical significance, but for their ongoing influence on the culture and identity of the West."
Festival visitors will also be given free admission to the museum and its permanent collections, artifacts, and exhibits.
The festival's focus on art and culture also highlights the museums latest fall exhibit "Storytellers: Native Art and the West." The exhibit explores how Native American and Western artists use their craft to showcase their history, culture and identity. The exhibit will be on display until January 19.
"Yanaguana" was named in the honor of the Payaya people who were indigenous to the San Antonio area. The Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival has been held annually since the opening of the museum in 2013.
