Fifth Annual Honoring the Veterans Powwow to take place Nov. 5
Mashantucket— The Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center will host its fifth annual Honoring the Veterans Powwow on Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. inside its 308,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility. This popular celebration unites and honors the Native and non-Native Americans who have bravely served side by side in the U.S. armed forces for more than 200 years.
The powwow will feature a Native art and craft market with 25 artisans. In addition, an artist meet and greet will take place from 1 to 3 p.m., featuring select artisans from the museum's Native Expressions art show, on display from Nov. 1 to Nov. 30 in the temporary gallery, showcasing 100 unique, original pieces for sale during a silent auction on Nov. 19.
Open to the public, the powwow and market are expected to draw roughly 1,000 attendees including veterans, active-duty service members and families. Admission and select food items are free to all veterans and active-duty military with a valid ID, plus one guest. All veterans in attendance will be recognized and encouraged to participate in programs throughout the day. Additional event details are available at www.pequotmuseum.org.
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