Native artists, scholars and storytellers are bringing conversations of Indigenous knowledge to the High Desert Museum.

The museum’s new Indigenous Speakers Series starting in September is a chance to learn about native art and modern-day issues tribes face.

The goal of the series is to bring a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous knowledge and culture of the past, present and future, according to the museum.

“When we come across scholars, culture keepers, knowledge holders, that really inspire us, and when we learn something new, we really get excited about bringing that to our visitors,” said Dana Whitelaw, the High Desert Museum’s executive director. “We want to share it because it’s so profound and inspiring and interesting, and so that’s where this has come from.”

The series kicks off Sept. 13, when the artists behind “Sensing Sasquatch,” an installation open until Jan. 12, will share stories about their experiences with Sasquatch. Visitors will have the opportunity to talk with artists about the inspiration behind their art.

On Oct. 6, Angeline Boulley, author of novels “Warrior Girl Unearthed” and “Firekeeper’s Daughter” will discuss her experiences in publishing and the impact of Indigenous storytelling.

The museum will also feature a discussion on tribal sovereignty and water rights of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, focusing on water’s vital role within tribes, on Nov. 6.

“Meeting somebody and hearing somebody speak from their heart and soul about their work, I think, helps us,” Whitelaw said. “We have an emotional response to that because it’s so inspiring, and that can create that connection to learning and wanting to know more, sharing it with others.”

Ticket prices range from $5 to $15 and are 20% off for members of the High Desert Museum with free entry for tribal members.

Along with the new series, another Indigenous art exhibition will open Sept. 20, from artist Rick Bartow of the Mad River Band of the Wiyot Tribe.