The day is a reminder that, by being unabashedly Indigenous — unabashedly myself — I’m repaying a younger Haley for all those years of hiding. The United Nations declared Aug. 9 as International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples in 1994, but Berkeley, California, became the first U.S. city to actually replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day in 1992. So which states celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day? Indigenous Peoples’ Day Is on the Move Native American activists have pushed to end Columbus Day for years. Our stories, lives, cultures, histories, and voices matter. It's Indigenous Peoples' Day in Seattle on Monday, which means celebrations all day long in honor of the region's indigenous cultures. Other places have also established holidays to celebrate indigenous peoples, from the United Nations’ International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on Aug. 9 to the Day of the Indian, celebrated in countries like Mexico and Brazil on April 19. Columbus Day Or Indigenous Peoples' Day? It is celebrated across the United States on the second Monday in October, and is an official city and state holiday in various localities. Even still, the board’s move to declare the day Indigenous People’s Day is seen as a victory for those looking to celebrate the peoples that Columbus found when he arrived in the new world. "Indigenous Peoples Day" reimagines Columbus Day and changes a celebration of colonialism into an opportunity to reveal historical truths about the genocide and oppression of indigenous peoples in the Americas, to organize against current injustices, and to celebrate indigenous resistance. According to ABC News, at least eight states currently celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day, as … The number grows every year. National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to learn about and celebrate the … The celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day is set from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8, at Ganesha Park bandshell, 1575 N. White Ave., Pomona. Instead of Christopher Columbus’ introduction of the Americas to the Europeans, Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates the Native Americans, the true first inhabitants of the continent. Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day:What's open and closed on Monday? And so in Houma, La., people from across the state will gather to honor and celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day for the first time. It is important to celebrate Indigenous contributions to Canada and the rich and diverse cultures of Indigenous Peoples. Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples Day, formerly called National Aboriginal Day, is annually held on June 21 to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of the nation’s Aboriginal peoples. Admission and parking are free. There are three Aboriginal groups in Canada – the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day! A growing number of states are forgoing Columbus Day to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday. The holiday celebrates and honors Native … While the establishment of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, in pursuit of the abolishment of Columbus Day, will not end settler colonization nor erase the mass genocide inflicted upon Native populations, it will help in chipping away at it. Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day! In addition to being an official holiday, Indigenous Peoples Day in Berkeley is celebrated with an Indian market and pow-wow that attracts Native … On Tuesday, New Mexico joined a growing number of cities and states that celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day in place of Columbus Day, when Gov. When asked how people can celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Lonewolf encouraged people to organize their local communities and push for recognition of … On Monday, more states, cities, and communities than ever will observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day in place of or in addition to Columbus Day. Don't miss the opportunity to celebrate and learn more about the cultural diversity of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples by participating in the many activities happening across Canada! National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day to explore, celebrate, and learn about the rich diversity of First Nations, Metis and Inuit people.