The Peyote Road: Uncovering the History and Music of a Sacred Journey

Event Dates
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
Admission
Free

The Native American Church (NAC) is renowned for its sacred peyote songs. The water drum, gourd rattle, and powerful songs are an integral part of the ceremony. In this presentation, historian Erika Dyck provides some of the historical context for the spread of the NAC in North America and its influence on medical research involving “set and setting” for psychedelic studies. Norman Ross, NAC chapter president, will explain the significance of peyote music in this sacred ceremony.