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SUMMARY:50th Annual Powwow & Cultural Celebration
DESCRIPTION:St. Joseph’s Indian School\nSeptember 17–19\, 2026 | Chamberlain\, South Dakota \nFor 50 years\, St. Joseph’s Indian School has welcomed families\, alumni\, students\, and friends to gather in celebration of Native culture\, community\, and tradition. This September\, we invite you to be part of a very special milestone as we celebrate the 50th Annual Powwow & Cultural Celebration. \nThis cherished tradition honors the rich cultural heritage of the Lakota people and brings generations together to celebrate through dance\, music\, storytelling\, and fellowship. Whether you’re returning as an alumnus\, visiting for the first time\, or joining family and friends\, Powwow Weekend offers meaningful opportunities to experience the spirit and traditions that continue to shape our community. \nA Weekend of Celebration \nThe festivities begin on Thursday\, September 17\, with registration in the Recreation Center\, followed by an open house at the Equine Therapy Center. Guests are also invited to participate in Circle of Culture: Alumni Teaching Traditions\, where alumni share cultural knowledge\, personal stories\, and traditional skills in our newly expanded Recreation Center. \nOn Friday\, visitors can enjoy a full day of cultural enrichment with activities throughout campus\, including guided tours of St. Joseph’s Indian School\, the Health Care Center\, and the Aktá Lakota Museum. The day concludes with a cultural performance and an Alumni Thiyóšpaye (extended-family) Social\, providing time to reconnect and celebrate together. \nThe celebration reaches its peak on Saturday as guests tour our student homes before gathering for the blessing of the powwow grounds. At noon\, the Grand Entry begins\, with dancers and drum groups filling the arena in a moving display of honor\, tradition\, and pride. The weekend concludes with evening Mass\, the presentation of competition awards\, and a community meal shared among friends and family. \nDance\, Drum\, and Tradition \nThroughout the powwow\, dancers will compete in three age divisions—Tiny Tots\, Juniors\, and Teens—in a variety of traditional categories\, including Traditional Dance\, Fancy Dance\, Grass Dance\, and Jingle Dress. Drum groups from across the Dakotas will also participate in spirited competition\, with cash prizes awarded to registered dancers and drum groups. \nEveryone Is Welcome \nAll Powwow activities take place on the campus of St. Joseph’s Indian School in Chamberlain\, South Dakota. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early\, register\, and take time to explore the Aktá Lakota Museum\, take part in campus tours\, and experience the welcoming atmosphere that has made this celebration a treasured tradition for five decades. \nAs we celebrate our 50th Annual Powwow\, we honor the generations who have preserved these traditions and look forward to sharing this weekend with new friends and returning families alike. \nFor a complete schedule of events\, visit stjo.org or call 855-777-3433.
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SUMMARY:Author Presentation & Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Aktá Lakota Museum for a special presentation and book signing with acclaimed historian Paul L. Hedren\, author of the newly released Sitting Bull’s War: The Battle of Little Big Horn and the Fight for Buffalo and Freedom on the Plains.  Hedren will share insights from his latest work\, followed by an opportunity to meet the author and have your book signed. \nSeptember 18 | 10:00 AM | Aktá Lakota Museum  \nAuthor presentation in the Museum Theater Area; book signing to follow throughout the day.  This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/author-presentation-book-signing/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Book Signing!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Aktá Lakota Museum for a special book signing with acclaimed historian Paul L. Hedren\, author of the newly released Sitting Bull’s War: The Battle of Little Big Horn and the Fight for Buffalo and Freedom on the Plains. \nMeet the author\, learn more about his latest work\, and have your copy signed. \nSeptember 19 | 9:00 AM–Noon | Aktá Lakota Museum \nThis event is free and open to everyone. All are welcome!
URL:https://aktalakota.stjo.org/event/book-signing/
LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Americans"
DESCRIPTION:The South Dakota Humanities Council is bringing Americans\, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition to the Aktá Lakota Museum for an exclusive tour in 2026! \nBased on a major exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian in Washington\, DC\, Americans explores how deeply intertwined American Indians are in the culture of the United States. \nAmerican Indians are less than 1% of the population\, yet images of Indians are everywhere.  American Indian images\, names\, and stories infuse American history and contemporary life. Pervasive\, powerful\, at times demeaning\, the images\, names\, and stories reveal how Indians have been embedded in unexpected ways in the history\, pop culture\, and identity of the United States. \nAmericans surrounds visitors with images and objects from popular culture and delves into these historical events.  The exhibition invites visitors to explore this complicated history and to share local stories about Native American history\, culture and identity. \nSouth Dakota Host and Partner Sites.\nSeptember 12 – October 31\, 2026 – SDSU Briggs Library\, Brookings\nNovember 7\, 2026 – January 9\, 2027 – Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph’s Indian School\, Chamberlain\nJanuary 16 – March 6\, 2027 – The Heritage Center\, Red Cloud Indian School\, Pine Ridge\nMarch 13 – May 1\, 2027 – AH Brown Library\, Scherr Howe Event Center\, Mobridge\nMay 8 – June 26\, 2027 – W.H. Over Museum\, USD\, Vermillion \n 
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LOCATION:Aktá Lakota Museum\, St. Joseph's Indian School\, Chamberlain\, SD\, 57325\, United States
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