Preserving Native American Cultural Landscapes: NYC Lecture
November 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
How can Tribal Nations and archaeologists work together to protect ancestral homelands? Join The National Arts Club in New York City for a free lecture exploring cultural landscape preservation through the experience of the Shasta Indian Nation.
On Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., Brian I. Daniels of the University of Pennsylvania, president of the Archaeological Institute of America, will present Preserving Traditional Cultural Landscapes in the United States: Partnerships Between Tribes and Archaeologists.
The Shasta Indian Nation and Kikacéki
The lecture will examine the documentation of Kikacéki’s traditional cultural landscapes and the enduring connections between the Shasta Indian Nation and its ancestral homeland.
In 2024, California announced support for returning approximately 2,820 acres of ancestral land to the Shasta Indian Nation. The presentation will explore the significance of these landscapes, including places sacred to the Shasta, and the importance of preserving them for future generations.
Presented in collaboration with the Archaeological Institute of America’s New York Society and Chapter, the event offers an opportunity to learn about the relationship between archaeological research, tribal heritage, and land preservation.
Plan your visit
- Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026
- Start time: 6:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
- Venue: The National Arts Club
- Address: 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY 10003
- Admission: Free with registration
- Format: In person
The event is open to the public. Registration does not guarantee entry. Coat-check space is limited; please leave large bags and backpacks at home.