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FREE Indigenous Ballgames Exchange at FAM

FREE Indigenous Ballgames Exchange at FAM

Date/Time

August 05, 2023 to August 05, 2023
11:00 AM until 01:00 PM

Description

In cooperation with the Consulate General of Guatemala in Oklahoma City and Asociaciรณn de Guatemaltecos Unidos de Oklahoma, FAM presents a cultural exchange of culturally significant ballgames among Southeastern tribal nations and Mesoamerica. This free, public event includes demonstrations of Mayan Ballgame by players from Guatemala and Southeastern social game from players in Oklahoma. Visitors will learn about the cultural significance of games among Indigenous communities in the Americas and appreciate the ways in which sports bring communities together.

Spanish translation will be provided.

Location

First Americans Museum
659 First Americans Boulevard,
Oklahoma City, 73129, OK , US
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