You Haven’t Experienced South Dakota Until You Have Attended An Authentic Powwow
Long before the iconic Black Hills Gold Rush or Lewis and Clark’s famous western expedition, South Dakota was home to numerous Native American tribes who had called the area home for hundreds of years. Despite violent wars and treaties, many of these historic tribes still call the Mount Rushmore State home and celebrate their unique heritage in several ways. If you live in South Dakota and want to experience this beautiful culture firsthand, we recommend taking in this authentic and unforgettable powwow:
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Taking place October 11th through the 13th (2019) is the 33rd Annual Black Hills Powwow; a must-see festival that celebrates all things Native American!
Located in Rapid City, the Black Hills Powwow is considered to be one of the premier Native American cultural events in the country and welcomes thousands of visitors each year from around the United States.
What does the Black Hills Powwow entail? For starters, there are various sporting events like golf and handball tournaments and 3-D archery shoot classes...
While there are a million reasons to attend the Black Hills Powwow, our favorite of all is the announcement of the annual He Sapa Win (or Black Hills Powwow Princess).
