34th Annual Bear River Commemoration: Presentation and Art Show Submission Calls

December 3, 2025

Blackfeet Community College

34th Annual Bear River Commemoration

A People Still Standing, a Culture Still Speaking

Call for Presenters

Blackfeet Community College is seeking presentation submissions from individuals or groups with knowledge of the history, background, and present-day implications of the 1870 Bear River Massacre on the Piikani people. This commemoration provides an opportunity to share perspectives on resiliency, cultural strength, and the tools our traditions offer for community healing now and in the future.

Applications:
Available with Alden Spoonhunter at the Lifelong Learning Office in the Stuck Behind Building (Old Academy).

Submission Methods:
Hard copy, email, or mail.

Deadline:
January 12, 2026, by 4:00 PM or postdated.

Email Submissions:
Alden Spoonhunter – alden.s@bfcc.edu

Mail Submissions To:
Blackfeet Community College
c/o Lifelong Learning – Bear River 2026
PO Box 819
Browning, MT 59417

Call for Art Show Submissions

Artists are invited to submit artwork that reflects the commemoration theme, “A People Still Standing, a Culture Still Speaking.” Submissions should honor Piikani history, culture, and resilience. Eligible works may include visual art, traditional media, or other creative interpretations aligned with the theme.

Submission Details

Method:
In-person drop-off only.

Drop-Off Contacts:
Elaine Littleplume or Ranessa Skunkcap

Location:
Beaver Painted Lodge, Student Commons Offices

Deadline:
January 12, 2026

Contact Information