David Fadden, Iroquois Cultural Artist and Storyteller, to Present at CCC

Clinton Community College is pleased to welcome David Fadden, an artist, storyteller, and historian from the Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Center, for a special presentation on Native American Heritage and Culture. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 13th, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in the Moore Second Floor Atrium. This event is free and open to all students, staff, faculty, and the community. The event is sponsored by the Clinton Community College Cultural Affairs Committee.

David Fadden, originally from Lake Placid, NY, grew up in Onchiota and studied at North Country Community College. His artistic journey has been influenced by his parents, John Fadden, a painter and educator, and Elizabeth Eva Fadden, a wood sculptor. His grandfather, Ray Fadden, founder of the Six Nations Indian Museum, also played a significant role in shaping his connection to Native American culture.

Fadden’s artistic work has been exhibited across New York and Canada, including at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts and the National Museum of the American Indian. His illustrations, reflecting Native American legends, are found in children's books such as Keepers of the Animals and Native American Animal Stories. His work has also appeared in television productions, such as How the West Was Lost on the Discovery Channel. Fadden uses his art as an educational tool, depicting Native Americans in ways that challenge the stereotypical "noble savage" image by showcasing various human emotions. He is also known for creating political works that highlight contemporary issues affecting Indigenous communities across North America.

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Tom Mandeville, History and Political Science Professor at Clinton Community College, shared, “David is the third generation of the Fadden family dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich culture of the Haudenosaunee people with the North Country and New York State. It’s been an honor to work with Ray, John, and David as part of my role as an American history professor, helping fulfill their mission of teaching young adults the true story of the ‘First Americans.’”

Clinton Community College invites the public to attend this enriching presentation and learn more about Native American heritage through the lens of an accomplished artist and storyteller.

For further information, please contact the Clinton Community College Cultural Affairs Committee.