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Renowned artists to visit Sundance Gallery’s Fall Native Fest

Renowned Native American Artists to Visit Naperville for the Sundance Gallery’s Fall Native Fest

The Sundance Gallery in Naperville is hosting its 41st annual Fall Native Fest on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 10 and 11. The local Native American art and jewelry gallery is committed to supporting Native artists and keeping the Native American culture alive.

Five Native artists from different tribal nations will be in attendance showing and selling their authentic arts. The featured artists are: Mary Tafoya, Kewa Santo; Domingo Pueblo, jeweler; and Glendora Fragua, Jemez Pueblo potter.

Other artists in attendance: Mel Cornshucker, Cherokee potter; Kelly Summers, Zuni beadwork; Andrew Begay, Navajo flute maker and player; and Jill K Bags, one-of-a-kind statement purses.

Glendora Fragua has been creating pots since the 1970s that are reflective of her Jemez Pueblo culture. Courtesy of Sundance Gallery

Enjoy wine, homemade chili and cornbread, light appetizers and sweets while you shop. The festival will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days at the gallery, 315 Spring Ave. in Naperville. For information, visit thesundancegallery.com/blogs/events.

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