Trickster Cultural Center

Trickster Cultural Center Native American & Indigenous Cultural Center in Schaumburg, IL
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The Trickster Cultural Center is a registered nonprofit 501c3 Native American and community arts center that also serves Native American veterans and their needs. The Center features contemporary Native American art (post-1960's) and augments its multicultural exhibits with featured speakers, panel discussions, school tours, and educator workshops. Come to Trickster to learn about Native American

culture, Native peoples and their contributions to the U.S. military, view veteran's artwork, experience multicultural exhibits, and browse unique items in the gift shop. Trickster Cultural Center was established on March 5th, 2005 to create a unique contemporary view of Native arts, cultural education, and awareness. Today the Trickster Cultural Center is the only Native American owned and operated arts institution in the state of Illinois.

06/04/2026

This Friday, June 5 at Trickster Cultural Center!🌻🥧🍋

06/04/2026

🍦✨ Sweet Treats for a Great Cause! ✨🍦
Join us on June 29 from 2–5 PM (CST) for a delicious way to give back! 💛
Head over to Jeni’s Ice Cream Logan Square and enjoy your favorite scoops—because 25% of your purchase will be donated to Trickster Cultural Center!
📍 Jeni’s Logan Square
2512 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
✅ No flyer needed
✅ No mention at checkout
✅ Just show up, enjoy, and support!
Bring your friends, treat yourself, and help make a difference—one scoop at a time. 🍨

06/01/2026

We're close Tuesday, June 2. We will resume normal business hours Wednesday, June 3.

06/01/2026

Volunteers needed! June 2 @ 11 am at Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve - 11N260 Rohrssen Rd, Elgin, IL 🌻

Come connect, learn, and help the gardens flourish. 💚

Our gardens grow stronger with community care. 🌿 Join Trickster Cultural Center this summer as we tend the garden spaces.

Register to volunteer. Link in bio > Programs > Garden Program

06/01/2026

Thank you for attending the 2026 Summer Youth Powwow! Thanks to our sponsors, volunteers, Board of Directors, staff and you! Remember to Save the Date, May 22, 2027, for next year's event!

05/29/2026

🌞2026 Summer Youth Powwow 🌞
📅 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST
📍 Trickster Cultural Center, 190 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL
Join us for a FREE, youth‑led community event celebrating culture, connection, and youth empowerment! The Summer Youth Powwow brings together families, friends, and community members for an afternoon filled with:
✨ Cultural exchange through a vibrant powwow
✨ Local community resources and organizations
✨ A welcoming space open to the general public
✨ Bring your feast bundle (Bring your own plate, silverware, cups, etc.)

05/27/2026

🎖 Join us August 22, 2026 for the 12th Annual National Gathering of American Indian Veterans, as we honor veterans & military personnel of all cultures, eras, and branches in a Native American way at Trickster Cultural Center, Schaumburg, IL.
✨ All are welcome. Free event!
HONORED VETERAN: KIM MERRICK, US Navy Retired Lieutenant Commander / Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska HOST DRUM: IRON BEAR Music Performer: Luke Pytel
•Resource Exchange
•Car Show
Visit our website (link in bio) > Events > 2026 National Gathering of American Indian Veterans

05/27/2026

🌿 Call for Artists: Fall 2026 "The Art of Regalia Making" exhibit
We are now accepting submissions for an upcoming exhibition opening Fall 2026.
Artists are invited to share regalia, works in progress, photographs, textiles, and personal stories that honor the sacred connections between identity, tradition, family, and community.
This exhibition celebrates the living artistry of Indigenous regalia making while creating space for:
✨ Cultural expression
✨ Intergenerational teaching
✨ Cultural resilience
✨ Fashion
We welcome artists at all stages to participate and contribute to this meaningful, community-rooted experience.

05/26/2026

Our gardens grow stronger with community care. 🌿 Join Trickster Cultural Center this summer as we tend the garden spaces at:
🌻Harper College - 1200 Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL
🌻Oakton Community College - 1600 Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL
🌻Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve - 11N260 Rohrssen Rd, Elgin, IL
Come connect, learn, and help the gardens flourish. 💚

Register to volunteer. Link in bio > Programs > Garden Program

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190 S Roselle Road
Schaumburg, IL
60193

Telephone

+18473012090

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