Spirit Sound Walkers – Drum Circle
The Mission of Spirit Sound Walkers is as follows:
As an Indigenous led gathering of hand drummers, we welcome all who come in the spirit of respect and caring. Through drum, song, and shared support, we create a space of belonginging where sacred traditions are honored and individual paths uplifted. Ideal as a family activity.
Registration: $15 history center members. $25 non-members. Family discount: $10 per person for 4 or more. Small children (8 and under) can participate with their siblings and parents free of charge. Some activities will be off site of the history center campus.This includes a 14 inch hand drum made of elk or bison hide, a drumstick and a ribbon skirt or shirt for performances. The group will meet once a month and perform in community events, take part in feasts, and experience traditional blessing ceremonies.
This is the first meeting of Spirit Sound Walkers.
Paid Registration includes:
14″ drum and drumstick, includes cost of materials but participants must put their drums together.
- Ribbon shirt (men)
- Ribbon skirt (women)
- Meeting refreshments
- This can be a family activity
Spirit Sound Walkers will meet once per month in addition to performing at local events, and participating in feasts and ceremonies throughout the year.
Calendar
February 28, 2026: First meeting, drum selection and crafting for creating instruments.
March: Spirit Sound basic drumming: Native songs and their purpose.
April: Welcoming Spring Fest and celebration of EArth Day
May: Exploring inner reflection, spirit naming
June: Grandfather teaching
July: Parade and drujming for Oldham County Day
August: Performance at Corn Island Storytelling Festival
Septemeber: Sacred Medicines, making the medicine bundle
Octover: Blessing of the Ohio River
November: The Ancestor Feast
December: Performance at Light Up LaGrange