Circle Legacy Center

Hey there Folks! Come on out to Blue Rock Heritage Center's OPEN HOUSE this Sunday, June 7th, 1-3pm

We'll be hosting a CRAFT TABLE with Jess McPherson and Joanne McLaughlin
-So stop on by and learn more about:
Cornhusk dolls
Beading
GLOW in the DARK Petroglyphs and
Making Milkweed Cordage!

See you there!

CLC is celebrating the good work of our friends and colleagues at Dickinson College for the development of these programs: The Carlisle Indian School Digital Resource Center and the Jim Thorpe Center for Futures of Native Peoples.

Thank you for all the care, time, and effort you've invested in developing respectful, comprehensive programs that bravely confront historical truths, promote generational healing, and ensure the sacred legacy of our ancestors is remembered, available to everyone, and honored for all time.

Please take time to watch this segment of IN FOCUS from WGAL to learn more:
https://youtu.be/Kvam6ymYPgk?si=TqUrZkQ_q72YgQEA

Earlier this month along with CLC Board Secretary, Sandi Cianciulli, we welcomed, Lori Waselchuk to our 2nd Friday program. Sandi, along with our board president, MaryAnn Robins, are working with Waselchuk on a documentary about Indigenous Voices.

As always, our potluck was festive, fun (and delicious!) -and after sharing a meal, we were able to dive into various bodies of work that Waselchuk created over the last twenty+ years. One of the most potent aspects of Waselchuk's art is how she compassionately gives voice and presence to many people who would otherwise go unheard and unseen. We give a big THANK YOU to Waselchuk for documenting the valuable stories and lives of many people, and we look forward to witnessing how she will share the lives and stories of indigenous women in this next piece with Sandi and Mary Ann!

The Susquehanna Valley has a rich and ongoing Indigenous history. Tag along as WGAL's Matt Barcaro and CLC's own, Jess McPherson, chat about Native Lands Park.

America250PA | York County park showcases the last major settlement of the Susquehannock people WGAL is marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by highlighting the Susquehanna Valley’s deep ties to American history.

Leadership is a service, a commitment to education, advocacy, nurturing, and community building. It is seen and encouraged, cultivated in us as we grow. Today we honor our president and all of those who grew her into the the incredible community member we cherish. We are grateful to our friends and colleagues at Franklin & Marshall College for recognizing MaryAnn Robins with an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for her career in service to the community. Congratulations, MaryAnn. We are so very proud.

(Photo credits to F&M College and our dear friend, Dr Mary Ann Levine.)

We had a great day at Indian Steps Museum yesterday amongst the raindrops and lovely folks that gathered to celebrate the museum's opening day! Our president, MaryAnn Robins and vice president, Joann McLaughlin made an incredible array of traditional foods to sample- aided by some wonderful cornbread baked by one of our regular volunteers, Zephyr!

Former board member and dear friend to CLC, Hannah Keller, as well as two other volunteers Trella Dubetz and Ash also helped out for the day - serving up the delicious Three Sisters Soup, Jerusalem Artichoke and venison casserole, as well as wild rice, pumpkin mash, fruit and nuts, and some delicious sassafras, dandelion, and strawberry teas!

It was a wonderful day to be in community and celebrate the beautiful work that Indian Steps provides our region! Thanks to everyone who came out- we'll see you again soon!

Join us in celebrating Indian Steps Museum on the opening of their 2026 season! Come enjoy all the fun things they have to offer and stop by our booth if you'd like to volunteer! We'd love to have you.

The Circle Legacy Center (CLC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Native Americans. Through a variety of cultural events and community projects,
We invite you to explore the rich cultural traditions of Native Americans by visiting us at Opening Day of Indian Steps Museum on April 25th, Saturday from 11-4.
Offering a native food sampling of the following:

Circle Legacy Center
Indian Steps Museum Opening Day
Indigenous Food Tasting Menu:
Venison, Sunchoke & Onion Casserole
Baked Beans
Pumpkin Mash
Squash Bread
Indigenous Fruits & Salads
Assorted Indigenous Teas (Hibiscus, Strawberry, Sassafras)

2nd Friday is on it's way! RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CjkceXdJZ/

If you enjoy history and would love to help folks know more about the Longhouse and our partnership, sign up to be a tour guide with at the 1719 Museum.

Become a volunteer tour guide at the 1719 Museum! We're seeking community members to lead tours of the Herr House and Lancaster Longhouse in the spring, summer, and fall of 2026. New guides do not need prior experience.

Upcoming training sessions meet Saturday, February 21, 9:00 a.m. – noon.; Friday, March 6, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; and Friday, March 20, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

New volunteers are asked to commit to attending all three training sessions and at least one tour date per month during the museum’s open season.

Find more information here: https://buff.ly/aeRdHYh