# Event Details

- **Event Name**: What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance 
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1:00 – 3:00 pm 
Main Library – 111 Library St NE

Join Odawa Anishinaabe writer Sierra Biidaaban Nadeau, author of the new book What the Ancestors Say, for an afternoon of storytelling, conversation, and celebration as part of National Native American Heritage Month. 

An award‑winning journalist, Sierra will reflect on how her reporting on Michigan’s Indian boarding schools grew into a sweeping journey through her own family’s history, the memories of survivors, and intergenerational Native resilience. The program will conclude with a traditional dance performance, author meet‑and-greet, and book signing. For adults. 

Special thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation for their support of this program. 


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Lo que dicen los ancestros: narración y presentación de danza tradicional
El sábado, 14 de noviembre de 2026, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE

Únase a la escritora Sierra Biidaaban Nadeau, autora del nuevo libro What the Ancestors Say, para una tarde de narración, conversación y celebración como parte del Mes Nacional del Patrimonio Nativo Americano.

La periodista galardonada Sierra reflexionará sobre cómo su reportaje sobre las escuelas internados indígenas de Michigan se convirtió en un amplio viaje por la historia de su propia familia, los recuerdos de los sobrevivientes y la resiliencia intergeneracional nativa. El programa concluirá con una presentación de danza tradicional, encuentro con la autora y firma de libros. Para adultos.

Agradecimiento especial a Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation por su apoyo a este programa.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/what-the-ancestors-say-storytelling-and-traditional-dance-performance/200030573181029
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, storytelling, dance
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503
- **lat**: 42.96486
- **long**: -85.66593
- **full address**: Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance  being held?
  - **A:** What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance  takes place on Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503.
- **Q**: Who is organizing What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance ?
  - **A:** What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance  is organized by Grand Rapids Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance  is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If What the Ancestors Say: Storytelling & Traditional Dance Performance  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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