Uncovering the Indigenous Indies
Oct 10, 2024
Starting: 6:00 PM
Join a thought-provoking discussion at the Cuban Heritage Collection on Thursday, October 10. Uncovering the Indigenous Indies offers a fresh perspective on the early conquest and colonization of the Caribbean, presented by Dr. Traci A. Ardren and Dr. John Paul Paniagua. This conversation challenges conventional narratives of Native extinction, instead exploring the complexities of survival amid a labor regime shaped by the Spanish encomienda and Indigenous enslavement. The talk will examine how Native communities in colonial Cuba navigated the tensions between their claims to ancestry and Spanish attempts to dismiss their authenticity. Attendees will gain insights into the dynamic and evolving nature of indigeneity in the Greater Antilles, highlighting the resilience of Indigenous populations. The event will conclude with a Q&A session, offering further engagement on this important topic.