Drums Along the Hudson Festival at Inwood Hill Park celebrates Native American culture

INWOOD, Manhattan (WABC) -- A celebration of Native American culture kicked off in Manhattan.

The Drums Along the Hudson Festival takes place in Inwood Hill Park.

It began as a pow wow to celebrate Native American heritage and commemorate the Lenape people who first settled here.

The event is free to the public and features Native American crafts, storytelling, and food.

Our very own Sandra Bookman hosted the celebration.

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