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Join the Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation for a day ofreflection, education, and cultural celebration at the 35th Annual Recognition and Remembrance Day. This free public event honors the legacy of the students who attended the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial School and celebrates the enduring strength and resilience of Native communities.
35th Annual Recognition and Remembrance Day
Hosted by the Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation
Saturday, August 9 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
St. Rose of Lima Community Center | Genoa, Nebraska
The day will feature powerful speakers, cultural presentations, and opportunities for community connection and learning.
Event Schedule
10:00 AM – Welcome and Opening Ceremony
Led by Ronnie Kemp and sons of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska
10:15 AM – Student Presentation
Yadfriel Colindres Fonseca, Ashlin George, and Tom Tran from Hastings High School present their award-winning History Day website:
“Love Thy Neighbor: The Effects of the Genoa Indian Industrial School on Native American Rights”
10:45 AM – Flag Presentation
Honoring the tribes who attended the school through their flags and shared histories
11:15 AM – Memorial Ceremony
A time of remembrance for the children, families, and all impacted by the school, as well as individuals connected to the Foundation
11:25 AM – Scholarship Presentation
Announcement of the Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation/Wolfe Family Scholarship recipient
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM – Lunch
Enjoy Indian Tacos by R-Eatz of Winnebago
(Free for honored guests, $12 for others)
1:00 PM – Keynote Address by Jerome Kills Small
Renowned Oglala Lakota storyteller, educator, and cultural advocate
2:30 PM – 2025 Genoa Memorial Walk Presentation
Presented by Nathan Phillips of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska
3:00 PM – Closing Ceremony
Led by Ronnie Kemp and sons, followed by an Ice Cream Social
All-Day Activities (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
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Guided Tours of the Genoa U.S. Indian School Interpretive Center
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Access to the Research Center
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Native Vendor Booths (For booth reservations, contact Nickie at (308) 991-5360)
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Educational Exhibits and Informational Booths
About the Keynote Speaker: Jerome Kills Small
Mr. Kills Small is an Oglala Lakota storyteller and respected cultural leader. His keynote address will explore traditional Native storytelling and reflect on personal experiences tied to the boarding school era. His presentation is part of the Humanities Nebraska Speakers Bureau, which offers educational programs across the state. To learn more, visit www.humanitiesnebraska.org or contact them at (402) 474-2131 or [email protected].
This event is free and open to everyone.
Come honor the memory of those affected by the Genoa Indian School and celebrate the strength, culture, and resilience of Native communities.
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