The fifth annual Sarasota Indian Festival, which celebrates the traditions and culture of the Native American people, is coming up on Jan. 27-30at the Sarasota Fairgrounds.
Flutist Douglas Blue Feather, of Cherokee heritage, is performing throughout the weekend. Mr. Blue Feather is the recipient of the 2008 Silver Arrow Award for outstanding contribution to Native American music and numerous NAMMYs. Rick Bird and the Bird Choppers from Cherokee N.C., a dance and drumming group, will showcase traditional Native American drumming, singing and various styles of dance.
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This event has grown each year. One of the highlights is the variety of paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, handmade authentic arts and crafts, bead work, leather work and Native American food that is for sale. Members of the Cherokee, Navajo, Lakota and other North American tribes are participating.
Tickets to the Sarasota Indian Festival cost $7 for adults and $3 for children ages 6-12, and can be purchased at the gate. Kids age five and under are admitted free of charge.
For more information call 941-924-2784,
