Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers May 25

HOWES CAVE — Saturday, May 25 with dance times approximately: 11 & 2 at the Iroquois Museum at 324 Caverns Rd, Howes Cave.

The Haudenosaunee Singers & Dancers from Onondaga perform

Haudenosaunee social dances as practiced in their small traditional community near Syracuse.  Elegant and knowledgeable, leader Sherri Waterman-Hopper has traveled internationally as an artist and cultural speaker.  The Dancers feature a core group of seasoned singer/musicians and talented and dedicated young adults.  Pride in the culture and adherence to the traditions are the hallmarks of this disciplined troupe. Hopper is also a respected designer and seamstress who incorporates her knowledge of the construction and significance of traditional outfits into her presentations.