Eiteljorg Indian Market & Festival
June 28 – 29 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
A Celebration of American Indian, First Nations and Alaskan Native Cultures!
About Indian Market & Festival:
The annual Eiteljorg Indian Market & Festival is an Indy summer tradition and one of the most beloved cultural festivals in the Midwest. Shop for jewelry, pottery, paintings, beadwork and more from 150 artists from across the United States and Canada. Enjoy cultural performances including music, dance and storytelling, and family art-making activities while eating fry bread and other food from local vendors.
Additional Information:
Members get in FREE! If you’re not a member yet, click here to join. Advance tickets can be purchased for $20/Adult and $10/Youth Ages 5-17 and can be used on Saturday or Sunday. Advance weekend passes can be purchased for $30. Parking is FREE at the WRSP garage on the days of Indian Market. However, after 4 p.m. you will have to notify the parking attendant that you are attending the Eiteljorg’s Indian Market & Festival to get in for FREE.
This year we will be checking bags at the gate. We do not have a clear bag policy, however, to ensure that all guests have a comfortable and safe experience please observe the following guidelines.
Cashless Admissions: Admission payment for Indian Market and Festival will be cashless. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate with a debit or credit card, ApplePay or GooglePay. (Cash will be accepted by artists).
Market Morning Breakfast:
Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the company of fellow Eiteljorg supporters while celebrating our mission to explore the intersection of the arts, histories, and cultures of the past and present by sharing the diverse stories of the American West and the Indigenous Peoples of North America at the Indian Market & Festival Market Morning Breakfast. After breakfast, guests will get early access to shop at the Indian Market and Festival. Tickets are $50 dollars for members and $60 for non-members. Reservation deadline is June 20th.
Are you not a member yet? Sign up to be a member! By becoming a member you can save on registration. Click here!
Are you a Sponsor, Friend, or artist connected to Indian Market and Festival? Email abrown@eiteljorg.org or call 317-275-1371 to reserve your tickets.
Rain or Shine – The Festival is On:
The festival will take place regardless of the weather. In the event of severe weather, please stay tuned to our website and social media for updates. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @eiteljorgmuseum for the latest information.
Photo and Video Policy:
By attending the festival, you grant the Eiteljorg Museum permission to use your image and likeness in photographs and videos for social media, marketing and future promotional materials.
Performers
Indigenous Enterprise: Established in 2015, Indigenous Enterprise has taken the world by storm, performing at renowned venues such as Lincoln Center and the Sydney Opera House, and appearing on NBC’s World of Dance and during the 2021 Presidential Inauguration’s “Dance Across America.” Their performances at the Indian Market and Festival will mark the final time they present their acclaimed show Indigenous Liberation. Alongside these final performances, they will also offer daily mini sets, continuing to share their mission: to preserve, promote, and advance Indigenous culture through the power of powwow song and dance.
Amy Bluemel: Amy Bluemel grew up immersed in stories as her family moved around the world—now, she brings those stories to life with passion and power. A Chickasaw storyteller, stomp dancer, artist, and educator, she captivates audiences with interactive performances that celebrate and preserve Indigenous culture. With every word and movement, Amy honors Chickasaw history, language, and tradition.
Darren Thompson: Darren Thompson, a celebrated Native American flutist whose music is not just heard—it’s felt brings. Darren Brings the rich traditions of his heritage to life through music. His mesmerizing flute performances blend cultural storytelling with breathtaking sound, creating an experience that is both soulful and unforgettable.
Meet the 2025 Artists
Bea Aguilar
Yessamyne Al-Asadi
Geraldine Arviso
Cheryl Arviso
Le'Ana Asher
Lita Atencio
Abraham Begay
Erick Begay
Ben Begay
Fernando Benally
Veronica Benally
Ernest Benally
Della BigHair-Stump
Jolene Bird
Skylar Blackbull
Tim Blueflint
Amy Bluemel
Brenda Boyd
Jerry Brown
Milford Calamity
Lorraine Caté
Clayton Caté
Susan Charlesworth
Darius Charley
Norris Chee
Erna Chosa-Wilson
Gwen Coleman Lester
Phyllis Coonsis
Melvin Cornshucker
Michael (Mike) Dart
Andrea Day
Amy Deer
Sam Dimmick
Frieda Drymon
Sheryl Edaakie
Terrance Emery
Dave Farnham
Mark Fischer
Nelson Garcia
Jerry Gaussoin
Ray Goodluck
Antonio Grant
General Grant
Wayne Gunville
Raymond Hacker
Crystal Hanna
Jimmie Harrison
Carol Hatathlie
Emil Her Many Horses
Joel Hernandez
Karen Ann Hoffman
Kevin Horace
Susan Hudson
Nicholas Jackson
Celeste James
Bruce Joe
Orval Joe
Milton John
Robert Johnson
Pete Johnson
Donald Johnston
Heather Johnston
Rykelle Kemp
Nofretiri Ketah-Roxas
Bruce Lane
Bob Lansing
Christie Latone
Erik Lee
Crystal Lepscier
Fay Lone
Amanda Lucario
Tanya Lujan
Rita Louise Lush
Andy Marion
David Martin
Melvin (Mel) Masquat
Carrie McCleary
Kandi McGilton
Glenda McKay
Victoria McKinney
Hattie Lee Mendoza
William Mendoza
Cyndy Milda
Penelope Minner
Katrina Mitten
Ramona Morrow
Cathy Mowry
Madeline Naranjo
Timothy Nevaquaya
Nathan Nez
Henry Nez
Meg O'Sheaheimer
JJ Otero
Veronica Pablano
Pahponee
LIsa Passinault
Kenneth "Wade" Patton
Jennifer Pictou
Ayanna Proctor
Holly Pyke
Ann Quis Quis
Tonya June Rafael
Dave & Denelle Reano
Joe Reano
Janie Reano
Russell Reano
Percy Reano
Miranda Red Shirt
Osceola Red Shirt
Clifford Redeye
Timothy Royball
Rain Scott
Gilmore Scott
Raynard Scott
Louzetta Scott
Lyle Secatero
Troy Sice
Marjorie Skidders
Glendebah Smith
Matagi Sorenson
Lorenzo Tafoya
Mary Louise Tafoya
Paul-Rene Tamburro
Erin Tapahe
Eugene Tapahe
Naiche Tayac
Roy Tenorio
Mikailah Thompson
Michael Toya
Sharon Trudeau
Raymond Tsalate
Jillian Waterman
Tami Watt
Benjamin West
Todd Westika
Avelino/Janelle Whaler
Jennifer White
Stephen White
Kenneth White II
Bonita (Bonnie) Woodie
Rick Worker
Larry Yazzie
Laura Youngbird
Performance Schedule Saturday & Sunday
Performances will take place under The Sails behind the museum.
Saturday
10:15-11:00 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw) (under sails) / Indigenous Enterprise Mini Set (Front Lawn)
11:20-11:50 | Darren Thompson (Ojibwe/Tohono O’odham)
12:10-1:10 | Indigenous Liberation by Indigenous Enterprise
1:30-2:15 | Darren Thompson (Ojibwe/Tohono O’odham)
2:35-3:20 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw)
3:40-4:40 | Indigenous Liberation by Indigenous Enterprise
4:15-4:45 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw) (Front Lawn)
11:00-12:00 & 2:00 – 3:00 Artist Demo with Hollis Chitto (Mississippi Choctaw, Laguna Pueblo, Isleta Pueblo) in the studios
Sunday
10:15-11:00 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw)
11:20-12:20 | Indigenous Liberation by Indigenous Enterprise
12:40 -1:25 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw)
1:45-2:15 | Indigenous Enterprise Mini Set
2:35-3:20 | Amy Bluemel (Chickasaw)
3:40-4:40 | Indigenous Liberation by Indigenous Enterprise
11:00-12:00 & 2:00 – 3:00 Artist Demo with Hollis Chitto (Mississippi Choctaw, Laguna Pueblo, Isleta Pueblo) in the studios
2025 Indian Market & Festival Winners
Explore the 33rd annual Indian Market & Festival winners!
Announced June 28
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