Four decades. First time.
venue west · Chicago, IL · June 13, 2026
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For forty years, “American” food has been defined without fully recognizing the people who built the foundation.
IndigeHouse is reclaiming that narrative.
A platform for Indigenous voices, grounded in land, community, and lived practice, taking our place on one of the industry’s most visible stages.
"We are building a future where Indigenous knowledge-keepers are not just guests at the table, but the architects." -IndigeHouse
the market
Growers, producers, and makers are the foundation of every food economy. All day, free, and open to all. Come spend the day with us.
The Conversation
Before the Plate, there is land, seed, and policy. A moderated circle with the people whose work makes everything else possible.
THE TABLE
Seven Indigenous chefs from across the Americas. One collaborative menu shaped by fire, memory, land, and story.
The Gathering
Drinks, music, conversation, and community with chefs, growers, artists, organizers, and guests, building a shared future.
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