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Dear ATADA Members and Friends,
It that time of year again, when many of us would normally be getting ready to participate and attend the summer shows in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Of course, many things have changed this year and we are all trying to chart a course in a rapidly evolving future. We appreciate your continued membership, support and interest in ATADA. We are continuing our mission to promote Native American and Tribal art around the world; to protect the rights of dealers, collectors and artists; and to provide humanitarian aid to those in need.
Despite the cancellation or postponement of the usual summer shows in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, there are number of events still happening online. Virtual markets and art walks, online auctions and streaming artist interviews are all great ways to stay involved with Tribal art. Our online calendar has more information on the various events happening in August. We are also researching new and better platforms for future ATADA online shows. In the meantime, be sure to check out the ATADA Marketplace, where you can find a rotating selection of amazing items from trusted ATADA dealers.
We continue to monitor developments surrounding the STOP Act and recently submitted additional written testimony to the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. You can find the latest information and a copy of the written testimony on the ATADA Blog: https://atada.org/atada-blog/stop-act-2020-update
You can support this important work by making a making a monetary contribution or donating an item for auction.
We also extend our gratitude to all of you who have been able to contribute to our COVID-19 Relief Fund. With your generous support, the ATADA Foundation has raised over $20,000 to provide critical assistance and supplies to Native American tribes affected by COVID-19. We will continue this fundraising effort for as long as needed. If you are able, and would like to help, click the link below for information on how you can make a tax-deductible donation to this worthy cause.
As we continue through this year, let us work together to help each other through these difficult times. Let’s stay in touch with each other, share ideas and great finds, and lend a hand to those who need a little help. Together, we can make a better future for all.
If we can be of any assistance, please reach out to us.
Sincerely,
The ATADA Board of Directors
Links:
ATADA Calendar: https://atada.org/calendar
ATADA Marketplace: atada.org/marketplace
ATADA Directory: atada.org/full-directory
Foundation Donations: atada.org/atada-foundation
Legal Fund Info: atada.org/legal-fund
**Edit: Shows in Albuquerque were inadvertently omitted from the original post. This post has been edited to include those shows.