While 鈥淔ry Bread鈥 has become a part of popular culture and is often seen as a stereotype of Native American society, its history was born from the oppressive nature of colonialism.
When the Navajo/Din茅 people were forced from their land and food sources in 1864, they were given government rations. From those rations of flour, salt, and lard, fry bread was born. It is now a symbol of resilience, shared trauma, and survival. Fry bread symbolizes community, family, and Native American pride. It brings people together and it sticks to your ribs, but most importantly, it鈥檚 delicious!
Join the Indigenous Student Alliance for a Fry Bread Social in Boxer Garden! All are welcome. No cost.
When: September 13, from 11am - 1pm
Where: Boxer Gardens 2415 Main St. (North of Lot K)