SAN ANTONIO (October 28, 2026) – The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) is observing Native Indigenous American Heritage Month in November with a diverse selection of in-person programming, books, and resources.
The history of honoring Native and Indigenous Americans goes back to the early 1900s. The United States passed a resolution to create the annual observance in 1990. SAPL encourages the public to learn more about Native and Indigenous tribes, their history and the unique challenges they have faced and continue to face through programming and events.
Featured Event
Nancy Egan, Chairwoman (2008) of Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of Idaho, Presents: Northern Paiutes of the Malheur Book
Friday, October 30, 2 – 5 p.m. at Central Library, 600 Soledad St., 78205
Nancy Egan is the great-great-great granddaughter of Chief Egan, also known as Pony Blanket. Chief Egan was killed in 1878 by a Umatilla Tribal Scout serving with the U.S. Calgary. Nancy will share Chief Egan’s story and legacy with a program that includes a tribal blessing. Registration is required for this event. Sign up on the SAPL website.
More NIAHM events at SAPL
For event details, visit MySAPL.org.
Mystics, Mediums & Curanderas (Part 2)
Saturday, October 31, 2 – 5 p.m. at Central Library, 600 Soledad St., 78205
This program explores the challenges of navigating a world where one’s experiences, beliefs or way of seeing may not fit within what society considers “normal.” Presenters include Sonya Rosario, Esperanza Linda Ximenes, Laura Yohualtlahuiz Rios-Ramirez, Edna Lugo & Nancy Egan. Registration is required for this event. Sign up on the SAPL website.
Ancestral Connections/Conexiones Ancestrales
Saturday, November 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Central Library, 600 Soledad St., 78205
This program will discuss the interconnections between trees in Mexican culture through its Indigenous roots and will explore the role of trees in cosmology, spirituality, myths, art, history, and daily life. Registration is required for this event. Sign up on the SAPL website.
Black Yanawana: Stories of Afro-Indigenous San Antonio
Friday November 13, 1 – 3 p.m. at Memorial Branch Library, 3222 Culebra Road, 78228
Sunday, November 15, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at McCreless Branch Library, 1023 Ada St., 78223
Sunday, November 22, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Great Northwest Branch Library, 9050 Wellwood St., 78250
Join us for a lecture presented by Jahsanna “Jah” Randolph, a Howard University alumni, Afro-Indigenous history educator, writer and artist.
“El Ultimo Arbol” Caminata Entre Los Arboles Para Toda La Familia | “The Last Family Tree” Family-Friendly Tree Trek
Saturday, November 14, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Central Library, 600 Soledad St., 78205
Join us for an interactive Story Time where you’ll learn about the importance of trees and how we can help them.
Online Resources
Native Indigenous American Genealogical Research
Native American Research - Native American Genealogical Research - LibGuides at San Antonio Public Library
Native Indigenous American Heritage and Traditions
Home - Native Indigenous American Heritage and Traditions - LibGuides at San Antonio Public Library
Native Indigenous American Heritage Month - Fiction Book List
Home - Native American Heritage Month - Fiction Booklist - LibGuides at San Antonio Public Library
Native Indigenous American Heritage Month - Non Fiction Book List
Home - Native American Heritage Month - Non Fiction Booklist - LibGuides at San Antonio Public Library
Native Indigenous American Heritage Month – Children’s Book List
Home - Native American Heritage Month - Children's Book List - LibGuides at San Antonio Public Library
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