Native Jam at Northern Quest celebrates culture with performances and vendors [Video]

AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. – The Native Jam event at Northern Quest is bringing together performers and vendors to celebrate Native culture this weekend. The event features performances by Native singers and musicians, with Tony Joe Louie among those taking the stage.

Louie, a Native performer expressed the importance of showcasing Native language and culture. “It’s really helping us take native art and music in particular to the next level,” he said. “That’s what you’re supporting if you come here, you’re supporting indigenous art and you’re supporting it to grow and to be able to catch up.”

Northern Quest has transformed with 20 Native vendors setting up booths across the casino floor. These vendors arrived on Thursday and will be present throughout the weekend, sharing their culture with the community.

Tonight’s performances will begin at 7:30 p.m., featuring three Native singers and musicians. Each performance is expected to last about an …