Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Cultural Heritage Center

05/21/2026

Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Cultural Heritage Center and Gift Shop will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, May 26.

05/18/2026

05/01/2026

04/23/2026

We are so honored to have received this award.

Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Cultural Heritage Center is the recipient of the Institute of Museum and Library Services 2025 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.

The award, first given out in 1994, recognizes institutions for “significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.” For 2025, five libraries and five museums, including the CHC, were honored across the country. CHC Director Blake Norton said CPN is the fourth Indigenous community to have received the medal since its inception.

“It’s a very prestigious award,” Norton said. “It’s the highest recognition that an institution can receive in the United States. It is a very big deal for us, and I’m extremely grateful. I’m so proud of what we’ve been able to achieve, CHC staff, past and present, as well as our collaborative departments throughout CPN. We are very appreciative of leadership and administration for their unwavering support and confidence.”

Read more: https://www.potawatomi.org/blog/2026/04/23/chc-receives-national-medal-for-museum-and-library-service/

04/16/2026

Update: Class is full! Migwetch for your interest!

Create your own traditional Bandolier Bag during this two-session series presented by Jaime Cervantes and moderated by Naganwétêk | Robert Collins. During this series, participants will learn the cultural significance and history of Bandolier Bags and receive guided instruction through each step of the creation process. The class is open to all skill levels, and all materials are provides. Limited to 10 participants; RSVP required. Email [email protected] to register.

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04/08/2026

This month's Intermediate Language Course is a hybrid in-person and online course! Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Email [email protected] to register.
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12/31/2025

Happy New Year 🥳 The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center and Gift Shop will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1. Normal hours resume Friday, Jan. 2.

12/23/2025

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center and Gift Shop will be closed Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. Regular business hours will resume Friday, December 26.