Join us for our Annual free "Earth Day the Native Way" event at the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum!

Thursday April 17, 2025, 10a-4pm and Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

It’s Earth Day the Native way! Join the Seminole Tribe of Florida's Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, as we showcase live Indigenous cultural performances, fun Earth friendly activities, and educational workshops. In addition, stroll the festival grounds, shop with Seminole Arts & Craft Vendors, and grab a bite from our Tribal food vendors.

Check out more about some of the exciting entertainment and partners attending this year!

Entertainment

Ameyal Mexican Cultural Organization

Aztec Dancers, Tonalxochitl (Toh-nahl-shoh-cheetl)
Name represents a concept of balance and the art of living in harmony with nature and the cosmos.

Their mission: To promote, share, and celebrate the richness of Indigenous Mexican Cultural Heritage. Building a welcoming hub that supports all who are interested, providing families with access to the arts and artistic expression as an alternative path to a healthier life.

You can find them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @ameyalmco

Polynesian Proud Productions

South Florida’s premiere authentic Polynesian entertainment & Aloha services provider.

Since 1988 Polyproud has been bringing the fire to South Florida and beyond featuring incredible south pacific warriors and fireknife dancers showcasing their passions and talents electrifying and captivating audiences. You can find them on Facebook and Instagram @polyproud

Pharaoh’s Wildlife Kingdom

Pharaoh is a professional wildlife handler, educator and conservationist, a performer and an artist.
Pharaohs Wildlife is committed to educating the public from toddlers to elders about the beauty and wonder of wildlife and about the importance of animal conservation.
His team has over 20 years’ experience working with wildlife and are eager to share today!

You can book or find him on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. www.pharaohgayles.com

Bird watching tour

Sign up is at the info booth near the restrooms. 10am & 2pm tour times. Tour may last up to 2 hours

Non-Profits

Hendry Glades Audubon Society

To conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife and their habitat for the benefit of humanity and earth’s biodiversity.

Mounts Botanical Garden

Mission to inspire and educate through nature and a history spanning more than 40 years. Mounts Botanical is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden.

Flamingo Gardens

Non-profit org caring for injured wildlife and protected tropical + subtropical plants.
Established in 1927, Flamingo Gardens is one of the oldest botanical gardens and attractions in SW Florida.

Conservancy of SW Florida

Non-Profit protecting our water, land, wildlife, and future.
The conservancy is committed to helping citizens stay informed, assisting our government and business leaders with science-based research.

Tree Amigos Growers

Misson is to inspire South Floridians to create your own food system by making organic gardening easy. Located in Davie, FL. Open Wed-Sun 10-5pm Follow on IG and Like on Facebook

NSU Art Museum

Founded in 1958, NSU Art Museum is a premier destination for exhibits and programs encompassing many facets of civilization visual history. Located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.

Marine Environmental Education Center

Misson is to provide outstanding marine education, interactive learning, and research with a focus on endangered sea turtles. Located in Fort Lauderdale.

Mounts Botanical Gardens

At the Mounts Botanical Gardens interactive booth, experiment with handheld digital microscopes that allow you to explore the properties of soil, the parts of flowers, preserved bugs, and everyday objects.
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Florida Trail Association

Florida Trail Association will offer educational resources with different hiking trails within Florida, including coloring pages for our younger guests. Mission is to safeguard Florida’s water, wildlife, and wild spaces by taking action today to prevent irreversible loss tomorrow.
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The NSU Marine Environmental Education Center

Ancient Explorations—Discover the “big picture” behind tiny sand by exploring unique samples from around the world. Utilize a variety of scientific instruments (like magnifying glasses and microscopes). The NSU Marine Environment Education Center will assist you learning what sand is and how it impacts everything from humans to migratory sea turtles.
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Bonus! For those looking to tour the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum during the event on April 17, enjoy this special day of free admission. This is limited to self-guided tours. Guided tours will not be available on this day.

According to earthday.org, Earth Day aims to “build the world's largest environmental movement to drive transformative change for people and the planet.” The movement's mission is “to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide.”

**Call the museum for more information (863) 902-1113 ask for Liz!

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