3rd Annual First Light Powwow in Burnside Park

On Saturday July 6^th, 2013 and Sunday July 7^th, 2013 the Affiliated Tribes of New England Indians will host their 3^rd Annual First Light Powwow in Burnside Park (2 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI 02903), in the heart of Providence, RI.

Free and open to the public, the 3^rd Annual First Light Powwow will take place from 10AM to 5PM on both Saturday and Sunday, and will feature traditional Native American Eastern Woodlands style drumming, dancing, food and storytelling. Vendors will also be available selling authentic Native American Arts & Crafts. Featuring the Eastern Medicine Singers and Artie Red Medicine, Powwow MC. All drums are welcome.

Additionally, on Saturday July 6^th, 2013 at Sunset Waterfire Providence will partner with Affiliated Tribes of New England Indians to host a Unity Torch Lighting Ceremony to include participation by selected dignitaries from the local Native American and Rhode Island communities. The goal of the ceremony is to highlight the rich diversity, heritage and culture of Rhode Island in a spirit of harmony, unity and peace.

This Unity Torch Lighting Ceremony will be preceded by a 2^nd Grand Entry into the Powwow Circle that will begin promptly at 7PM.

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Tim Blankenship

Director of Special Projects at WaterFire | + posts by author

Tim Blankenship, newly appointed Director of Special Projects, is a 22-year veteran of WaterFire and a steadfast advocate for the organization’s mission to unite the community through shared artistic experiences. Having worked across multiple departments, including a decade in production and recent years with the creative services team, Tim brings unmatched institutional knowledge to his new role. He will focus on strengthening internal systems and supporting the creation of new visitor experiences at both the downtown installation and the WaterFire Arts Center.