Teaching Native American and Treaty History in K-12 Classrooms

Living with Treaties: The 1817 Project, the University of Michigan, and the Western Expansion of the United States Conference Session 6: Teaching Native American and Treaty History in K-12 Classrooms This panel brings together educators from public schools and library professionals to share their experiences and insights on teaching Native American history in a range of educational settings. Panelists discuss best practices for engaging students, building inclusive curricula and lesson plans, and addressing the gaps and challenges that persist in public education. Drawing on their experience teaching Native American history, they reflect on what has proven most effective, what barriers remain, and how educators can collaborate to move this work forward. Speakers: Joe Erdmann, Kara Johnson, Annemarie Conway Moderator: Eric Hemenway April 11, 2026 Forum Hall, Palmer Commons