Friday, June 28, 2024
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With around 30,000 Native American residents and five tribal nations, North Dakota is rich in Indigenous culture. Throughout the year, especially in late summer and early fall, the state hosts numerous events that welcome all to experience Native American traditions.
Held from August 9-11 in New Town, the Little Shell Powwow is North Dakota’s second-largest, featuring dance specials for all age groups. Credit: North Dakota Tourism/Brian Heskin
North Dakota offers a variety of Native American cultural experiences, including powwows, museums, cultural centers, and tribal lands. Powwows, most held from late June to early September, and the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Tourism Indian Horse Relay are highlights.
Powwows are multi-day festivals with song and dance performances, traditional foods, and arts and crafts vendors. Upcoming powwows in North Dakota include:
Returning for its third year, the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Tourism Indian Horse Relay takes place on July 23, 2024, at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot. This thrilling race features Native American athletes showcasing their skills and coordination in a dramatic, multi-lap event. The relay includes intermission performances that enrich the atmosphere with Native American cultural heritage.
North Dakota’s five tribal nations have deep roots in the state, celebrated at various sites:
Explore these and more to immerse yourself in North Dakota’s rich Native American culture.
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