Tradition. Culture. Accessibility.
A Cherokee National Treasure for Storytelling, Robert Lewis brings traditional knowledge to audiences across the globe, celebrating his own Cherokee, Navajo, and Apache heritage. From storytelling to cultural and art education, he is renown for his ability to be inclusive and accessible.
Designated a National Treasure in 2015, his excellence in art and culture solidified his role in communities as a charismatic and engaging educator. He has been featured on PBS, at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, DC, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, and across the nation at universities, cultural organizations, corporations, and the US military.
He is the proud great nephew of Navajo Code Talker PFC Harry Tsosie, the first and only of the original Code Talkers to be killed in action. He is a major supporter of the Commemorative Air Force RISE ABOVE Squadron and enjoys working with the community to understand Indigenous roles in US history.
Robert works diligently to reach all members of his audiences by utilizing American Sign Language, sensory friendly performances, as well as other welcoming and accessible approaches to share his stories.