The I-House Davis World Tour
What is the I-House World Tour?
We are touring the world at I-House with a series of celebrations that explore the intersection of culture, migration, and identity through music, dance, food, art, and conversation.
Celebrations can include performances, visual art, and educational workshops – fostering cultural awareness, promoting global appreciation, and nurturing a sense of unity.
Each event will delve into a different culture, offering a deep immersion into its rich traditions and contributions to our community.
When is the I-House World Tour?
May 4th: A Weekend of Tule Teachings with Diana Almendariz and Family
- A field trip and a hands-on workshop – they will introduce the community to the natural and cultural importance of tule, and share their understanding of how tule has been – and can be again – interwoven into our land, waterways and our lives, through stories and touch.
April 13th: Beitna: A Gathering for Arab Heritage, Culture and Solidarity
- A special event recognizing Arab American Heritage Month. Beitna, meaning “our house” in Arabic, brings together the community to experience and engage with Arab culture.
January 19th: A Drumming Circle & Performance with Mamadou Traore & Guests in honor to Dr. MLK Jr.
- A performance and drum circle in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy will be led by West African drumming master Mamadou Traore and friends.
A Drumming Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 19, 2025
November 20th & December 3rd: My Country: In the World, For the World
- This series consists of two sessions, each featuring presentations followed by a Q&A from 5-6 UC Davis Humphrey Fellows.
My Country: In the World, For the World
December 3, 2024
November 9th, 2024: Acorn Stories: A Welcome to Wintun Homeland
- Acorn Stories is a free family-friendly event that will feature storytelling, an acorn processing demonstration, art activities, and more.
Acorn Stories: A Welcome to Wintun Homeland
November 9, 2024
September 2024: Colors of India, A Cultural Celebration
- This kid-friendly event features a fusion of Bollywood and Classical Indian dances and music, including Bollywood, Bhangra, and South Indian Bharatanatyam. Enjoy a Bollywood dance class, live performances, Indian street food, and beautiful art. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled cultural experience!
Colors of India: A Cultural Celebration
September 21, 2024
July 2024: A Celebration of African Diaspora, Mandela Day 2024 with UC Davis Global Affairs
- A conversation about the legacy of Nelson Mandela with Dr. Shingirai L. Taodzera of UC Davis and Duduzile “Dee” Zondo-Goins, who was a student-leader in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa in the 1970s.
Celebration of Mandela Day 2024
July 18, 2024
April 2024: A Celebration of Brazilian Diaspora.
- Inspired by Brazilian Carnaval, we will showcase the vibrant and multifaceted cultural contributions of Brazil to our community.
Afro Brazilian Dance Workshop
February 5, 2024
Celebration of Brazilian Diaspora
April 6, 2024
March 2024: A Celebration of Nowruz, Persian New Year
- 3/16/24: Nowruz Concert, Persian New Year.
February 2024: A Celebration of Indonesian and South-Asian Diaspora
- Art exhibit TBD within the month of February.
- 2/24/24: A day-long celebration of Indonesian culture with Gamelan Sekar Jaya, including a hands-on workshop for families and an evening concert of Balinese and Javanese music and dance.
Celebration of Indonesian Diaspora with Gamelan Sekar Jaya
February 24, 2024
Balinese Art by I Made Moja
February 12, 2024
November 2023: An Exploration of Native American Cultures in Wintun Homeland
Art Exhibit by Stan Padilla : Presente en el Sagrado Azul
November 1, 2023
Cooking & Conversation
November 18, 2023
