Celebrating Indigenous Foods, Knowledge, and Community
October 1-3, 2025
Bell Harbor | Seattle, WA
ABOUT NATIVE GROWN & GATHERED
Join us in Seattle for a vibrant gathering celebrating Native food systems and Tribal Food Sovereignty. The Native Grown & Gathered Food Expo unites Tribal nations, food producers, chefs, artists, and advocates from across the Northwest and beyond. Whether you grow, cook, forage, or simply love food and culture, this event is for you.
What to Expect
Business-to-Business Opportunities
The Expo connects buyers, contractors, and packaging companies with Native food producers and artisans. It’s an opportunity to build partnerships, supply chains, and business opportunities that support Native economies and sustainability.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with food leaders to support Indigenous food sovereignty, sustainability, and economic growth. Access expert consultations and sessions on business development, marketing, and grants to help Native producers thrive.
Workshops & Panels
Engage in conversations on food sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, traditional plant teachings, and innovative approaches to local and regional food systems.
Marketplace
Explore a marketplace featuring Native-grown and gathered foods, artisanal products, and hand-crafted goods that highlight the cultural richness of Indigenous communities.
Cultural Performances
Experience live music, dance, and storytelling that celebrate Indigenous traditions and contemporary expressions of Native culture.
Culinary Demonstrations
Watch and learn from Native chefs and traditional food artisans as they prepare dishes rooted in ancestral knowledge and modern innovation.
Speakers
Sean Sherman
Chef, Educator, Activist
Chef Sean Sherman is an award-winning chef, educator, author, and activist. A member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux tribe, Sean’s personal mission is to revitalize Indigenous food systems and build awareness of the transformational potential of Indigenous foodways to restore the health, local economies, culture, and food sovereignty of Native people.
STAY TUNED FOR MORE SPEAKERS!
We’re excited to bring you a diverse lineup of thought leaders, food innovators, and Indigenous voices. Check back soon as we continue to announce more speakers leading up to the event!
Interested in Sponsoring?
By becoming a sponsor, you're not only supporting an event—you're supporting a movement. Your sponsorship will help amplify Indigenous voices, foster sustainable food practices, and promote economic opportunities for Native food producers and entrepreneurs. The Native Grown and Gathered Food Expo provides a platform to engage with Tribal nations, food industry leaders, and advocates working toward a more equitable and resilient food system.
Be a Part of the Food Expo
Whether you’re a supporter of Indigenous foodways or simply looking to experience the richness of Native food traditions, storytelling, and innovation, we invite you to be part of this powerful gathering.
Join us as an attendee to connect with a vibrant community and immerse yourself in Native food culture.
Limited scholarships are available for Tribal nonprofit, community, and Tribal government representatives, as well as student and apprentice attendees. Apply for a scholarship.
Interested in becoming a vendor?