Notice of Winter Hours

Notice of Winter Hours

Beginning November 1, 2025, the Aktá Lakota Museum will transition to its winter schedule: 🕗 Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM🕘 Closed: Weekends and National Holidays Discover the rich culture and traditions of the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota people through our...
Welcome, Casey Walsh!

Welcome, Casey Walsh!

The Aktá Lakota Museum is pleased to welcome Casey Walsh as our new Curator of Collections. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, and a former U.S. Marine, Casey holds a B.A. in History from American University and an M.A. in Museum Studies. Casey shares: “I have immense...
Call for Artists

Call for Artists

The Acquisition Committee of the Aktá Lakota Museum will meet on October 8, 2025 to review new artwork for potential inclusion in our permanent collection. We invite Native American artists from Northern Plains Nations to submit their work for consideration....
Now on Exhibit: Voices of the Plains

Now on Exhibit: Voices of the Plains

Explore the richness of Native expression in Voices of the Plains, a new exhibition at the Aktá Lakota Museum. Featuring artwork from our permanent collection, this powerful showcase brings together diverse artists connected to the Plains, highlighting Indigenous...
Junior Ranger Program

Junior Ranger Program

The National Lewis and Clark Trail Junior Ranger Program is a free educational program for kids, now available at the Aktá Lakota Museum. We are proud to be one of only 30 locations across 13 states along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail to host this...
Summer Hours Begin May 1!

Summer Hours Begin May 1!

Starting May 1, 2025, the museum will transition to its extended summer schedule, welcoming visitors seven days a week: 🕗 Monday–Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM🕘 Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Summer is the perfect time to explore the rich culture and traditions of the Lakota,...