Our Center

A two-story white house occupying 3,200 sq.ft., the NAECC provides a safe, inclusive learning space to gather and study, meet friends, host office hours, and to attend cultural programs. The NAECC is open to all Purdue students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.

 

    

Welcome Area

First point of entry into the Center, you can find a place to relax, watch TV, visit with friends, and soak in the inter-tribal artwork displayed throughout the room. A university supported work station and a charging station are easily accessible. This room can be converted into a meeting space with tables, chairs, and TV monitor available for multimedia presentations.

Room capacity: 20 people

 

The Map Room – Multipurpose Room

Five maps highlighting Indigenous land in the North and South America continents serve as a focal point for educational tours. This multifunctional space is available for classes, seminars, meetings, cooking demonstrations, presentations and for smaller gatherings such as study space, lunch, or informal meetings.

Room capacity: 20 people

 

Kitchen

Fully functional kitchen is ideal for cooking demonstrations and special events with ServeSafe certified, NAECC staff. Microwave, refrigerator, and coffee station are open for campus community.

Room capacity: 6

 

Gender-Inclusive Restrooms

First floor restroom is gender-inclusive and handicap accessible and the second floor is gender-inclusive.

 

Computer Lab - Rm. 204

Purdue IT supported computer lab including four computer stations and a print release station.

Room capacity: 10 people

 

Office - Rm. 213

Space used for faculty, staff, and GA office hours or tutoring sessions, one-on-one meetings, or individual study rooms. Reservations are required, inquire with NAECC staff on availability.

Room capacity: 4 people

 

Library - Rm. 206

The library offers a collection of books, children’s books, audio-visual materials, and magazines focused on Native American topics. The NAECC Library catalog is accessible through TinyCat. This space includes table, chairs, and couch and can be used as a study area. To reserve this space for meetings, inquire with NAECC staff on availability.

The NAECC appreciates the generous donors who have contributed to the growth of our library. If you would like to donate to the NAECC library, contact us directly.

Room capacity: 4 people

 

Conference Room - Rm. 210

Space available to small meetings and individual study space. Room is equipped for teleconference meetings. To reserve this space for meetings, inquire with NAECC staff on availability.

Room capacity: 6 people

 

Three Sister Garden and Lawn

Outdoor green space is home to our Three Sister Garden, a community garden initiative focused on traditional Indigenous vegetables and plants. The back of the building is available for meeting area, study space, and outdoor activities. 

 

Parking

PRIVATE PARKING FOR NAECC STAFF ONLY. Handicap parking is available for visitors to the NAECC, AAARCC, or LCC only. Additional street parking is available on Fifth Street. Visit the Purdue University Parking website for university parking map and additional information.