Saturdays, May 15—July 24 12:00 noon – 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 — 2:30 p.m., Griffith Park Relive the adventures of George Catlin, as a guest actor re-creates his exciting Western journey in the George Catlin and His Indian Gallery exhibition. This memorable experience is for visitors young and old who want to get to know one of the 19th century's most notable artists. Free with museum admission. Saturday, May 15 1 – 2:30 p.m., Griffith Park Examine the legacy of George Catlin's Indian Gallery and learn about the future of Native-sponsored tribal museums. The panel will include George Gurney, chief curator at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and curator of George Catlin and His Indian Gallery; Amy Lonetree, assistant professor of American Indian studies at San Francisco State University; and a representative from a tribal museum. This event is free for Autry National Center members, $5 for nonmembers. Thursday, May 20 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., Griffith Park The Great Plains is coming to the heart of Los Angeles! Feast your eyes and warm your palate during this evening of art and food. First, tour George Catlin and His Indian Gallery, the new traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. This unparalleled collection of paintings will send you back in time to the American West of the 1830s. To enhance your exploration of the exhibition, an Antenna Audio Tour will be available. Then join Chef Loretta Oden, host of the upcoming PBS series Seasoned With Spirit-A Native Cook's Journey, as she prepares and talks about Native foods and their uniqueness to the American Plains. Taste favorites such as wasna (pemmican) and wojape (berry pudding), dried vegetables, buffalo, elk, rabbit, squash, and special corn dishes. Don't miss this special event! Tickets are $40 for Autry National Center members, $50 for nonmembers. For reservations, call TicketWeb at 866.468.3399 or visit www.ticketweb.com. Wednesday, June 30 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, Griffith Park Explore the many different types of faces on display in the exhibition George Catlin and His Indian Gallery. This special preschool program will include storytelling and mask making. Free with museum admission. For more information, call 323.667.2000, ext. 276.