Upcoming Events
We focus on connecting with our Indigenous roots through a variety of events and social gatherings. Whether you're an Urban Native living away from the reservation or an Indigenous immigrant far from your homelands, everyone is welcome to join our circle when they come with a good heart.
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Art Jam
Friday, September 11 | 4PM - 8PM
IndigenousAF and Nuwu Art invite the public to attend this month's Art Jam event hosted by Isaac Quezada.
Free monthly events happening during the run of our current exhibition meant to inspire you to create and meet other creatives! This time we have themes we'd like to introduce to new comers of art making! All are welcome! No body is too young or old to make art!
Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center
1331 S. Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Sew What?
Tuesday, September 15 | 5PM - 8PM
IndigenousAF and Nuwu Art invite the public to attend the Sew What? Sewing Group + Potluck Event.
Hosted by Anita and Angela, this event encourages the community to get together to work on the sewing project you've been meaning to finish! Donated materials will be available while supplies last.
Potluck theme: Comfort Food
The CRECER | NUNAI Art Exhibition will also be on view during this time.
Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center
1331 S. Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Final Friday
Friday, September 25 | 5PM - 8pm
IndigenousAF and Nuwu Art are excited to invite the community to the opening reception our monthly Final Friday Event.
More information coming soon...
Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center
1331 S. Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89104
CRECER | NUNAI Opening Reception
Friday, August 28 | 5PM - 8pm
IndigenousAF and Nuwu Art are excited to invite the community to the opening reception of the CRECER | NUNAI group art exhibition!
In addition to our usual Final Friday programming, our current studio artists and other locals reflect on growth. Through painting, sculpture, and mixed media, these artists reimagine new ways of being, thinking, and dreaming.
Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center
1331 S. Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Sew What? | August 2026
Thursday, August 13 | 5PM - 8PM
IndigenousAF and Nuwu Art invite the public to attend the Sew What? Sewing Group + Potluck Event.
Potluck theme: Tailgate!
Hosted by Anita and Angela, this event encourages the community to get together to work on small travel bags for the Raiders wheelchair football team! Donated materials will be available while supplies last.
Nuwu Art Gallery + Community Center
1331 S. Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Coming Soon... The IAF Store
This year, IndigenousAF will be opening a retail space in the downtown 18b Las Vegas Arts District. The 18b Project will fund our artists and community events into the future.
Sponsors get special perks, including sneak peaks, behind the scenes tours, and invites to the unveiling.
- Follow us on Instagram @iaf.inc
- Contact Us to learn about sponsorships
- Help us reach the 18b Project fundraising goal through a donation today!
Inspiring Future Generations
Future generations are at the heart of our community. Through artistic and cultural education, we integrate traditional practices with contemporary techniques, creating a learning experience that honors the past while embracing the future. Our programs ignite passion and creativity in young minds, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to carry their heritage forward.
Pictured: Loretta Burden teaching weaving techniques to the Southern Paiute community.
Community Events
For five years, IndigenousAF has sponsored monthly and annual community events in Las Vegas, such as traditional weaving workshops with master basket weaver Loretta Burden, Mexica New Year with Malinalli Productions, and much more. IAF also partners with Nuwu Wonumeegah (Southern Paiute Dancers) and other Indigenous artists, performers, and knowledge keepers. IndigenousAF is thankful to be working with Nevada Arts Council, Nevada Humanities, Meow Wolf Foundation and the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority, who have helped support IAF programs over the years.