Those That Are Above, Those That Are Below: A Youth Storytelling & Activity Event

Andi Cloud, an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, will explain the twelve clans of the Ho-Chunk, and the roles and community of clans in Ho-Chunk culture. This event will include a family tree mapping activity. Registration required.

Many Native American tribes tell stories in winter because other seasons have traditionally been dedicated to growing, gathering, harvesting and hunting food. There’s also a tradition that says stories are told in winter because animals are hibernating then, and they’re less likely to overhear stories told about them; thus, wintertime stories are more respectful.

This event is part of our annual One Book, One Community program.

About the Presenter

Andi Cloud is an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Her Ho-Chunk, waksik, name is Nizuwi, Rain Woman. She was named by her grandfather, coka, the late Eugene Thundercloud and is a member of the Thunder Clan. Andi grew up in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. She served as Madison Public Library’s inaugural Storyteller in Residence in 2021.

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About the Sponsors

Funded in part by a grant from Wisconsin Humanities, with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Wisconsin Humanities strengthens our democracy through educational and cultural programs that build connections and understanding among people of all backgrounds and beliefs throughout the state. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this project do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.Co-sponsored by the Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Mayo Clinic Health System, Chippewa Valley Museum, and Wisconsin Humanities.

Co-sponsored by the Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Mayo Clinic Health System, and the Chippewa Valley Museum.