Join Lawilowan American Indian Festival Inc (LAIF) for a weekend celebrating Native American culture, traditions, and community. The Muddy Run Powwow brings together Native dancers, drummers, singers, artisans, educators, veterans, and families from across the East Coast for two days of cultural sharing and learning. Experience traditional dancing and singing, Native arts and crafts, storytelling, educational exhibits, and cultural presentations, plus food vendors, birds-of-prey demonstrations, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
The Lawilowan American Indian Festival (LAIF), formerly the Red Creek Midwinter Indian Festival, has a rich history rooted in tradition and community. Founded in February 1993 by the late Don Hockenberry and Boy Scout Troop 71, the festival was created to give back to the Native American people. It served as a time to shake off the winter cold, don regalia, and move to the beat of the drum, feeling the heartbeat of Earth Mother. This gathering was also an essential precursor to the primary Powwow season, allowing drums to get much-needed airtime.
Join us at the Lawilowan American Indian Festival and Muddy Run Powwow as we continue to celebrate and share the vibrant traditions that have been passed down through generations. We invite everyone to participate in this ongoing journey, ensuring our rich cultural heritage lives on.
Our Mission Is to share, promote and educate the community about the Native American Culture, traditions, and heritage through drumming, song, dance, storytelling, and flute playing. It is essential to encourage our elders and youth to come together. This combination is how our Powwow culture will live on for future generations.
We invite everyone to join us in celebrating the living and evolving traditions of Native American communities. Discover more about our history and events by visiting our history page.
For more than 30 years, LAIF has worked to preserve, share, and honor Native American culture through educational programming, powwows, music, dance, art, and community gatherings. Your support helps us continue hosting our annual festivals while working toward our long-term goal of creating a permanent home for Native American cultural education, preservation, and celebration in York County.
Volunteers play an important role in helping us share Native American culture with the community. Join our volunteer interest list now and learn how you can lend your talents to LAIF and our annual cultural events.
