Living Memory: Indigenous stories of our past, present and future

On October 1, at 4 pm at the Katonah Village Library, the day the “Living Memory: Indigenous Stories of Our Past, Present and Future” opens, Shannon Holsey, President of the Stockbridge-Munsee Community, will speak about the Great Diaspora and the difficult journey the community's ancestors took in search of a new home. Ms. Holsey is president of the Stockbridge-Munsee band of Mohican Indians. Holsey is the longest serving female president, serving her fourth term as President, following eight years as a member of the Tribal Council. Holsey grew up on the Stockbridge-Munsee reservation in Bowler, Wisconsin, and has committed the Tribe to serving as good stewards of its economic, environmental and culture. She also serves as president of the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, which represents eleven-member tribes with a land base of about 1 million acres spanning 45 counties.

Holsey’s personal philosophy on leadership focuses on Native Americans as growing economies, preparing students to succeed, delivering high-quality health care, protecting the environment, upholding tribal sovereignty, and solving the unique challenges facing tribal communities. She received her bachelor’s degree in business administration magna cum laude and master’s degrees in strategic leadership and communication from Seton Hall University with distinction.

REGISTER HERE FOR THE OCTOBER 1 PRESENTATION - A reception will follow. There is no admission charge, but registration is required as seating is limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/exhibition-opening-and-talk-tickets-405916315627