Indiana Dunes Tourism will host an Indigenous Cultural Trail Dedication and Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 27, at 2 pm for VIPs and 3 pm for the public at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center (1215 N. State Rd. 49, Porter, IN 46304). This event will show the progress on the Indiana Dunes Indigenous Cultural Trail and highlight previous donors.

Members of Indiana Dunes Tourism, the National Park Service, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma invite you to join us for this special dedication. Tapas will be served, and the team will update the trail’s progress while outlining the next steps.

Members of both tribes, accompanied by dancers, will raise the Miami, Potawatomi and American flags at the trailhead. A custom firepit with tribal designs has been installed, so there will be a fire, treats and a short presentation by each tribe. The Indiana Dunes Indigenous Cultural Trail will share Indigenous perspectives through stories and sculptures.

It’s because of patron generosity that the trail is under construction. The bridge, crosswalks and other infrastructure are now in place. Indiana Dunes Tourism has raised nearly $500k! The next steps toward trail completion are trail signage, a welcome shelter and limestone sculptures.

Indiana Dunes Tourism appreciates your continued interest and support and hopes to see you on September 27.

What: Indigenous Cultural Trail Dedication and Fundraiser

When: Wednesday, September 27, 2 pm

Where: Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 N. State Rd. 49, Porter, IN 46304

RSVP: Monday, September 18 to julie@indianadunes.com or 219-926-2255

Program:

2:00 pm: VIP event (invitation only) for tapas and networking

2:15 pm: Welcome & introduction

2:30 pm: Trail presentation & donor acknowledgment

3:00 pm: Welcome public & opening remarks

3:30 pm: Veterans raise Tribal & American flags

Performance by dancers & drummer

4:30 pm: Fire pit gathering & Red Tail Hawk program