Healing Reflection and Memorial for AIS Cemetery Event
Learn about the event hosted by the Office of Equity and Inclusion, Parks and Recreation Department to honor those who attended Albuquerque Indian School.
As important work continues to determine the next steps for the Albuquerque Indian School (AIS) Cemetery located at 4H Park, the City of Albuquerque invited the public to a healing reflection and memorial to honor those who attended AIS, and those who are buried in the cemetery. The event was hosted on Sept. 25, 2021 at the Native American Community Academy located at 1000 Indian School Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87104.
Event Agenda
- Invocation - Patrick Trujillo - Traditional Wellness Practioner, First Nations Community Healthsource
- Welcoming Remarks - Zane Rosette (Chippew-Cree) Executive Director, Native American Community Academy
- Remarks - Mayor Tim Keller
- History of the Albuquerque Indian School Cemetery at 4H Park - Dawn Begay (Diné), Native American Affairs Coordinator, Office of Native American Affairs
- Acknowledgement of Historical and Intergenerational Trauma - Statement by Justine McCleae (Turtle Mountain Anishinaabe) - CEO, National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition
- Recognition of Reconciliation Efforts - Terry Sloan (Diné and Hopi), Intergovernmental Tribal Liaison, City of Albuquerque, and David Flores, Deputy Director, Parks and Recreation Department
- Memorial and Honor Song - Drum group: Zuni Knifewing
- Closing Prayer - Patrick Trujillo - Traditional Wellness Practioner, First Nations Community Healthsource
- Adjournment
Please note: This healing reflection and memorial event was held off-site, away from the cemetery, following the strong recommendations of spiritual leaders. The site is open for individuals and Tribes to visit, in accordance with their personal spiritual practices.