Kananesgi  is the Cherokee word for spider. The spider was chosen because, in Cherokee culture, the spider represents creativity and being good with your hands. Some Cherokee will even run their babies hands through spider webs to embed that creativity into their children.

What’s special about Kananesgi is that the event gives artists and designers an opportunity to be creative, have professional and business development training, increase workforce development, and empowerment by encouraging our people to learn about and physically express their Cherokee identity. These events serve as learning and gathering opportunities.

We are excited to share Cherokee art and culture with you!

Art Market

The Art Market will feature over 30 Indigenous artisans, selling and discussing their pieces. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase these works of art.

Fashion Show

The Fashion Show showcases custom EBCI designs with a few guest designers mixed in. Watch models who are all members of federally recognized tribal nations walk the runway. Backstage features a mostly Indigenous line up of hair and make-up artists.

Art show

This judged art competition event highlights the best EBCI artists and crafters.