BEAR PAWS CULTURAL ART
EIN 93-1755170 · Cultural & Ethnic Awareness (A23)
What they do
Bear Paws Cultural Art is A Heartfelt Initiative Focused On Bringing Ojibwe Cultural Heritage Back to Life. Our Mission Extends Beyond Just Preserving The Past; We Aim to Build Bridges With Our Neighbors and Support Healing In Our Community Through Traditional Arts. We Host Free Workshops, Which Are More Than Just Classes-theyre Experiences That Help Participants Reconnect With Their Roots and Strengthen Bonds Across Generations. Founded to Address The Lingering Effects of Historical and Intergenerational Trauma, Bear Paws Emphasizes Cultural Practices That Are Defined By The Community Itself. Traditional Arts Serve As More Than Creative Outlets; They Are Essential Channels for Sharing Language, Stories, Values, and A Sense of Belonging. We Intentionally Create Warm, Welcoming Spaces Where Elders, Adults, and Youth Can Learn Together, Side By Side. Since We Started Our Journey, Over 1,200 Individuals Have Participated In Our Signature Program, Maadaoonidiwag, Which Translates to "shari
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About this charity
- Recognized since
- January 2023
- Location
- 40987 WILDLIFE RD, HINCKLEY, MN 55037-7392
- County
- Pine
- In care of
- % WANETTA THOMPSON
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