This is an explanation of the images and symbolism on our Tribal Crest. The circle represents the Universe, the World, and the Drum. The Canneci sacred color wheel, which moves clockwise, is: The Canneci drop-leaf design, which sits on the outside of the circle, represents the four corners/directions, and the four Kûwa “dwellings” (or Mountains)…
There are students, and there are “lifelong learners”. In most tribal traditions, knowledge is passed on orally, but also by showing others how something is done. Both science and culture have proven that humans are better visual learners than anything – especially in this day of digital media, more people watch than read! A good…
Part of our ongoing cultural work is creating special items that help tell our unique history. Some of these items are ceremonial, some are practical, all are culturally important to who we are – and to where we are. While we have published the first volume of our BÍ YATÍ (dictionary), work is soon to…
One of our young citizens, Ethan Comeaux, includes music as part of his current studies at Iota HS. As part of the school marching band, he’s learning tempo, rhythm, timing, and working as an integral part of a larger group – skills that have prove to be highly useful as one grows! The band is…
In an effort to raise awareness of the various cultures and styles of art in the area, the City of Lafayette and the Acadiana Center For The Arts created the “ArtBox Initiative” – transforming common grey traffic boxes around town into beautiful art! We were fortunate to be one of the accepted entries, and Nant’a…
Our next cultural heritage project is a very unique one! Our people have had a close connection to Łi (the horse) for centuries, as well as to our natural environment. For the Canneci, in particular, we have always made great use of the many plants and natural surroundings in Louisiana – especially various plant fibres….
