The La MaMa Indigenous Initiative aims to provide a platform for Indigenous arts and culture, both nationally and worldwide. La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club is committed to supporting ethnic diversity, cultural pluralism, and marginalized identities in the arts. The Initiative curates original Indigenous programming, including workshops, markets, and theatrical productions, to elevate the voices and artistic works of Native communities both nationally and internationally.
Safe Harbors Indigenous Collective Founder Murielle Borst-Tarrant and La MaMa Artistic Director Mia Yoo initially established the Safe Habors Indigenous Collective to spear head original Indigenous programming. Safe Harbors Indigenous Collective and the La MaMa Indigenous Initiative remain a collaborative in that vision and legacy.
The La MaMa Indigenous Initiative also regularly collaborates with several partners across the country including:
CultureHub (telepresence partner); Pua Ali’i ‘Ilima (Hawaiian hula school); Kinding Sindaw; International Sonoran Desert Alliance, AZ; The Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues to the United Nations; AILA; Red Cloud Indian School, SD; Alaska Native Heritage Center; Longhouse Education and Cultural Center, WA; Institute of American Indian Art, NM; Haskell Indian School, NE and the Shinnecock Nation Culture Center and Museum, NY.
Past Safe Harbors Activities
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Reflections of Native Voices
January 07 - January 12, 2020
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AMAL
January 09 - January 10, 2020
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FREE Story Weaving Workshops
May 22 - June 01, 2018
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Indian Market and Social 2017
December 01 - December 03, 2017
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Don’t Feed the Indians – A Divine Comedy Pageant
November 02 - November 19, 2017
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Re-thinking Columbus Day: Indigenous Peoples Celebration on Randall’s Island
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Indian Market and Social 2016
December 09 - December 11, 2016
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Arts/Culture: Social Justice and Social Change
April 06
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Material Witness
May 12 - May 29, 2016
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Indian Market 2015
December 19 - December 20, 2015