Utah American Indian Day On The Hill: A Day of Impact
Written by Tracie Yellowman Tso, Intern, Utah Division of Indian AffairsPhotos by Kevin Edwards, Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement What an incredible day as we held our 2025 Utah American Indian Day on the Hill on Feb. 6 in the rotunda of the Utah State Capitol! We were honored to host an inspiring community event. James Toledo opened...
Utah American Indian Day On The Hill
The Utah Division of Indian Affairs welcomes everyone to this year’s Utah American Indian Day on the Hill. The event will be on Thurs., Feb. 6, in the Utah State Capitol Rotunda from 4 p.m. to 5:30 pm. Activities include an exhibitor stroll, a short program with cultural performances, speakers, a brief “Legislative 101” presentation, and light refreshments. Exhibitors will...
Reconnecting through Art: Lauana Morris’s Journey of Healing, Heritage, and Resilience
Written by Tracie Yellowman Tso | Photo contributions from Lauana Morris Lauana Morris is a Ute Mountain Ute mixed-media artist born and raised in White Mesa. Her artistic expressions are deeply inspired by her late grandmother, Nedra Ketchum, a renowned basketmaker from Allen Canyon, whose legacy continues to guide and influence her work. Lauana’s creative journey began with digital artwork,...
Honoring the resiliency of Native American Veterans
Written by Tracie Yellowman Tso | Photo contributions from Charlotte Morris As we approach the end of 2024, November serves as a time to reflect on and celebrate the rich cultures and histories of Indigenous peoples across the United States, as well as to honor the invaluable contributions of Native American veterans. Throughout history, Native American service members have demonstrated...
