# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: First Peoples Fund's two-day trainings give artists real-world tools and detailed resources to navigate the arts industry and become successful entrepreneurs. The training is intended for emerging and seasoned artists alike.

At the training, we will work with you to help you grow your arts business. You will have an opportunity to participate in the following activities:

• Express your personal vision and values that will ultimately become the principal foundation of your business.
• Determine your art marketing, business and financial management abilities using a series of self-assessment tools.
• Budget and establish a successful pricing structure.
• Market your business using a variety of approaches and tools.
• Create your mission statement and present your artwork.

This program is being offered for FREE and IN PERSON on January  15-16, 2026 from 9:00am-4:30pm with a 1 hour lunch break (lunch provided).

Please Note: Priority registration will be given to Mashpee, Aquinnah, and Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribal Members.
Reserve here: https://formstack.io/41923  

Location: Aquinnah Town Hall, 955 State Road, Aquinnah, MA 02535

This training is in collaboration with: Aquinnah Cultural Center

The Trainers are: David Fleming Sr. and Leslie Deer

QUESTIONS?
Contact Rachel Heberling, First Peoples Fund NAPD Program Manager at rachel.heberling@firstpeoplesfund.org or Tysonnae Aiguier-Bolling, Program Coordinator, Aquinnah Cultural Center at programs@aquinnah.org for more information.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chilmark/aquinnah-cultural-center-•-native-artist-professional-development/200029358719016
- **Event Categories**: art, business, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 15

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chilmark
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Town Hall of Aquinnah, 955 State Road, Aquinnah, MA. 02535
- **lat**: 41.33861
- **long**: -70.75206
- **full address**: Town Hall of Aquinnah, 955 State Road, Aquinnah, MA. 02535, 55 State Rd, Chilmark, MA 02535-1344, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development being held?
  - **A:** Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development takes place on Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Town Hall of Aquinnah, 955 State Road, Aquinnah, MA. 02535, 55 State Rd, Chilmark, MA 02535-1344, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development?
  - **A:** Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development is organized by First Peoples Fund.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chilmark, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Aquinnah Cultural Center • Native Artist Professional Development sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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