From City of Las Cruces news releases
While the Branigan Cultural Center (BCC) remains closed to the public due to COVID-19, museum programming continues with several multiple events in November.
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 1-2 p.m.: History Notes: Significance of the Afro-Frontier: Blackdom, with Dr. Timothy Nelson. Recently, the Compton Cowboys captivated America when they joined Black Lives Matter protests by horseback. Like an echo across the United States, more stories surfaced of Black Cowboys joining protests. Nelson will explore the Afro-Frontier to identify the history evoked. Visit www.facebook.com/TheAfroFrontier. Join the Zoom webinar at rebrand.ly/Blackdom.
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: What's the Word: Arabic. Learn the Arabic language and get a view into Arabic culture. Learn words and phrases about the country and culture of Iraq. The session is for high school-aged learners and up. Register by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org.
- Wednesday, Nov. 18, 1-2:30 p.m.: Community Care: Cruces Creatives presents CommunityShare.
Tune in to learn about the online platform connecting community and schools. Register by emailing kmyers@las-cruces.org.
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
BCC celebrates Native American Heritage Month in November with the Indigenous Speaker Series, Nov. 9-14.
- Monday, Nov. 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: The Eagle and the Condor Meet: A Youth Discussion. Hear from a group of Indigenous youth in New Mexico about their exchange with indigenous Mayan people in Guatemala. Tune in at rebrand.ly/EagleCondor or watch the recording on social media @LCMuseums after the event.
- Friday, Nov. 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Indigenizing the Borderlands Workshop. Learn what "Indigenizing" means to indigenous peoples of the borderlands region and the work they are doing for the community. Speak with presenters during breakout sessions following the presentation. Register by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org.
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 1-2:30 p.m.: Exploring Our Roots: Youth Writing and Reflection Workshop with Lyla June. Ages 16-21 are welcome. June will guide participants to examine how they have learned about indigenous peoples, how their identities intersects with Indigeneity and how to heal and explore through their writing. June is an Indigenous musician, scholar and community organizer of Diné (Navajo), Tsétsêhéstâhese (Cheyenne) and European lineages. She blends studies in human ecology at Stanford University, graduate work in indigenous pedagogy and the traditional worldview she grew up with to inform her music, perspectives and solutions. Register online by Nov. 6 by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org.
- Saturday, Nov. 14, 7-8:30 p.m.: Indigenous Science: Ancient Pathways to a Sustainable Future with Lyla June. June will speak about the legacy of indigenous science and the wisdom and practical responses it holds for modern society’s challenges. Indigenous scientific practices shaped the land and culture in the Americas, from creating foodways and balancing ecosystems to developing holistic ways of living. Link to the program at rebrand.ly/LylaJune. Visit http://las-cruces.org/museums and follow BCC on Facebook and Instagram @LCMuseums.
Iniquitous: Trapped in the Room, by Chantelle Yazze-Martin
Local Indigenous and LGBTQAI+ artist Chantelle Yazzie-Martin presents two events entitled “Iniquitous: Trapped in the Room,” using digital photography and incorporating embroidery to document some of the pain that happens when you “come out of the closet” but are still unable to show oneself fully to society.
The events are
- Friday, Nov. 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Artist talk and demonstration, as Yazzie-Martin talks about her exhibit and methods of creating her pieces. Join at rebrand.ly/ChantelleYazzie.
- Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Embroidery on Canvas Workshop. Participants learn the methods that Yazzie-Martin uses to create multidimensional artwork as well as their cultural significance. Register by Jan. 4 to get a kit with supplies and the Zoom link to attend by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org.
Farmworkers’ Rights: Learning Opportunities
BB programming includes activity take-out kits and online events related to the new exhibit “Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields/Revolución en los Campos,” which continues at BCC through Jan. 9, 2021.
- Saturday, Nov. 21, 1-2:30 p.m.: Poster-Making for Youth. Be inspired by the classic designs of protest posters made during the height of the fight for farmworkers’ rights. Participants will receive a kit with stencils and poster paper and can attend an online workshop to draw and create in community. To attend and receive a to-go kit, register by Monday, Nov.16 by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org.
• Wednesday, Dec. 2, 5:30-7 p.m.: Community Roundtable with College Assistance for Migrants Program (CAMP) Youth Council. Learn with youth who are migrant and seasonal farmworkers, dairy workers and ranch workers, as well as students and leaders on the NMSU campus. This event will be held on Zoom. To attend, register by emailing Kayla Myers at kmyers@las-cruces.org
• Friday, Dec. 4, 6-7 p.m.: Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields. Dolores Huerta will present her story and legacy of bringing revolution to the fields. View the presentation by using this link: Rebrand.ly/DoloresHuerta.
For additional information, call 575-541-2154. Visit museums.las-cruces.org.
