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RedCan Graffiti Jam Ignites Eagle Butte with Art
7 Jul
Summary
- Annual RedCan Invitational Graffiti Jam takes place July 8-11.
- Nationally recognized artists and live performances are featured.
- Community art activities are free and open to the public.
The Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation will host the 12th Annual RedCan Invitational Graffiti Jam from July 8-11 in Eagle Butte. This community-focused event, organized by the Cheyenne River Youth Project, is free and open to everyone.
During the first two days, July 8-9, eleven featured muralists will adorn Eagle Butte with large-scale public art, reflecting Lakota culture and values. Concurrently, volunteers from Ursuline College and the University of Missouri-St. Louis will lead free youth art workshops outside 7th Generation Cinema.
Wednesday evening, July 8, marks the start of evening entertainment with a special performance by rapper Murs at the Waniyetu Wowapi Art Park. The festivities continue on July 10-11 at the art park, offering attendees the chance to watch murals develop while participating in activities like free spray painting, skateboard design, hoop dancing, and a poetry slam.
Daily events commence with opening circles featuring prayer and drum songs led by the Wakinyan Maza drum group. The schedule also includes DJ music, community meals, and performances from artists such as Bazille, Reed Two Bulls, and the Sampson Brothers, concluding each day with a closing circle.
