John Kahionhes Fadden (December 26, 1938 – August 12, 2022)[1] was an Akwesasronon artist and educator whose artworks appeared in over 90 publications, including books, films, and periodicals.
Raised in the Mohawk community of Akwesasne in Hogansburg, New York, Fadden showed early promise as an artist.
[2] Native American journalist and historian Doug George-Kanentiio called the museum "the best private collection of Iroquois memorabilia in the world ... the essence of the Mohawks.
[1] Referring to his importance to Mohawk awakening, George-Kanentiio wrote that Fadden "had the skill to interpret our stories and dreams in a way which brought enlightenment".
[2] Folk singer Pete Seeger cited his visit with Fadden at the Six Nations Iroquois Center as having changed his life by awakening him to his "duties to the earth."