On October 14, famed arts school Idyllwild Arts presents a daylong celebration for Indigenous Peoples Day. Now in its fourth year, this free event honors the significant contributions made by Indigenous people through arts, and culture. The event is presented by the School’s Native American Arts Center led by a Native American Executive Director, Shaliyah Ben (Diné) and Idyllwild Arts respectfully acknowledges the Qawishpa Cahuillangnah (also known as Cahuilla Band of Indians) on whose land the Idyllwild Arts community resides.

The event will be headlined by the Delbert Anderson Quartet (DAQ), led by Diné jazz trumpet artist, Delbert Anderson, known for their improvised sounds of Diné songs, blending them with jazz, funk, and hip-hop. Delbert Anderson recently performed at the Kennedy Center and has gained national recognition with recent feature coverage in The New York Times, SF Gate and NPR, to name a few. Throughout the day, the special public program features Native American guest artists, scholars, and performers who will share a vast array of knowledge based on traditional philosophies.

From 9am to 4pm, Idyllwild Arts campus (52500 Temecula Road, Idyllwild, CA) will host an array of programming from educational presentations, artist studio visits and a glass blowing demonstration to a free outdoor luncheon, featuring Indigenous foods along with a high-energy DJ set by Idyllwild Arts Academy alum Kino Benally (Diné), also known as DJ Béeso. From 6pm to 9pm, Harvey House (54420 S. Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA) will host musical performances by Delbert Anderson Quartet and flute music by Randy Kemp of Artificial Red.

For the full event schedule, please visit our website (link can be found below). This phenomenal day of education and fun is made possible by generous partners in learning such as the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians, the Cahuilla Band of Indians, and an Anonymous Foundation.