AIANTA Updates
O me’a”kwa: Year of the Tiger
According to this article, 2022 will be a year of “big changes, risk-taking and adventure.” If you’re like me, you’ve had enough adventure.
AIANTA to Receive $150,000 Grant from NEA
AIANTA to Receive $150,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of the American Rescue PlanFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO (January 28, 2022) —The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) has announced they have been...
O me’a”kwa: Happy New Year!
Happy New Year!
As I write this note, I have just returned from the memorial service of AIANTA friend, former Nevada Senator and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. I’m so saddened by the passing of Senator Reid, who was a staunch ally of Native Americans, including supporting the passage of the NATIVE Act, which was signed into law in 2016. Here, you can read a beautiful tribute to Reid in by AIANTA colleague Wendy Helgemo, who wrote “Sen. Reid made our country a better place for First Americans – and every one of us.”
O me’a”kwa: Wishing you Safe & Happy Holidays
As the holidays approach and the weather starts to cool across the country, from wherever you are reading this, I hope you are entering the holiday season with the same great excitement and anticipation of being surrounded by your loved ones as I am. As I prepare to return home to Nevada to spend the holidays with my family, I am overwhelmed with the thought of what makes the holidays so special for me, family. My own family, and my AIANTA family.
BLM and AIANTA Partner to Promote Nevada Tribes Along the California National Historic Trail
The two national organizations will build a collaborative tourism program to showcase Northern Nevada Tribes along the trail.
2021 in Review
2021 in Review: A Snapshot of AIANTA’s Year2021 was an incredibly productive year for AIANTA. Join us in celebrating some of our top accomplishments and memorable moments for the past year.American Indian Tourism ConferenceAIANTA CEO Sherry L. Rupert, Board Members...
O me’a”kwa: Grateful for Our AIANTA Friends
It’s hard to believe we are once again entering the holiday season. This past year seems to have gone by in a flash. Despite the challenges we faced in 2021, I have so much to be grateful for this holiday season.
RFP: NATIVE Act Study
Request for ProposalProject Name and Description NATIVE Act Study and Report to identify where technical assistance is needed to empower Indian Tribes, Tribal Organizations and Native Hawaiian organizations to participate fully in the tourism industry and to provide...
Seeking Participants for Steering Group to Guide on Responsible Visitation
Seeking Participants for Steering Group to Guide on Responsible VisitationAIANTA and Leave No Trace are seeking Native participants to join a new new inter-tribal steering committee that will guide a national messaging campaign that will guide visitor awareness of...
AIANTA Releases Two New Cultural Heritage Tourism Planners
The new Cultural Heritage Tourism: a planner for indigenous tourism professionals offers tips and advice and showcases successes in indigenous tourism planning and the Travel Trade Manual, designed to help indigenous tourism professionals navigate the travel trade network.
AIANTA Announces New Members to its Board of Directors
Brian Wadsworth, Kate Anderson, Judi gaiashkibos and Darian Morsette join the AIANTA Board of Directors, which recently underwent a redistricting of its national map to expand national inclusion.
AIANTA Recognizes the Best of Indian Country Tourism
Seneca-Iroquois National Museum, Nez Perce Tourism, Leilah Young of Dixie’s Antelope Canyon Tours and Dawn Melvin from Arizona Office of Tourism are honored at the 2021 Excellence in Tourism Industry Awards
NPS and AIANTA Partner to Highlight the History and Traditions of Native Communities
The National Park Service (NPS) and the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) have entered into a cooperative agreement to help facilitate regular, robust and meaningful dialogue between Tribes and the NPS.
Economic Impact Study Reveals Native Tourism is a $14 Billion Industry
Economic Impact Study Reveals Native Tourism is a $14 Billion IndustryThe Native hospitality industry supports 117,852 jobs according to the new Economic Impact of Indigenous Tourism Businesses Report, released by the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association...
American Indian Tourism Conference Celebrates Alaska Native Culture and Heritage
The annual conference hosted by AIANTA welcomes Inupiaq celebrity influencer Patuk Glenn and Alaska Travel Industry Association CEO Sarah Leonard
Hawai‘i Tourism Industry to Spread the Aloha During AITC
Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian) speakers include Hawai‘i Tourism Authority President & CEO John De Fries, Kainoa Daines of the HVCB and Daniel Nāho’opi’i of SMS Research.
AITC To Celebrate Recovery, Economic Importance of Native Hospitality Industry
American Indian Tourism Conference to Celebrate Recovery, Economic Importance of Native Hospitality IndustryAIANTA leadership will unveil a new economic impact study measuring the Native hospitality industry at nearly $14 billionWHATThe 23rd Annual American Indian...
AIANTA Opens Native Art Market to Public During American Indian Tourism Conference
AIANTA Opens Native Art Market to Public During American Indian Tourism ConferenceArtisan exhibitors include award-winning craftspeople, craftspeople and fashion designers. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALBUQUERQUE, NM (October 14, 2021)- More than two dozen Native...
O me’a”kwa: Reimagine, Re-emerge, Reunite
O me'a"kwa: Reimagine, Re-emerge, Reunite I am very excited to remind you that we are just 10 days away from the opening of our 23rd Annual American Indian Tourism Conference (AITC), which begins on October 25 in Fort McDowell, Arizona. It is so hard to believe it has...
AIANTA Board Slate Announced
AIANTA Announces Board SlateThe Board Nominating Committee has selected the following Board Slate for this year’s elections: Oklahoma – Travis OwensMr. Owens brings more than 15 years of experience in the cultural tourism industry. His experience is unique in...
