POWWOW @Shakopee - Great Cultural Experience

This is a great opportunity to learn about Native American culture and their way of life. Come join us! POWWOW WACIPI Flyer

**Venue: 3212 Dakotah Parkway Shakopee, MN 55379 (Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi Grounds)
MEET @ 12PM at the Entrance, the Grand Entry main event starts at 1PM, so we want to find seats prior. FREE admission and free parking, outdoor event. Bring cash as most vendors accept cash payment only. Text/call my cell 612-227-4835 if you need help.

Video link: Celebration of Powwow | The Living History of Native American Gatherings - watch vide to get intro

WACIPI - or POWWOW - is a traditional Native American gathering. It is a time for renewing friendships and making new ones, dancing, singing, and celebrating to honor the traditions of their ancestors. Vendors will be selling handmade goods and food.

*Please be respectful at the event, and read the etiquette below:
- The first and foremost rule of a powwow is to show respect. This includes respecting the dancers, their regalia, the songs, the elders, and the overall cultural significance of the event.
- If you want a particular dancer or group of dancers to pose for a photograph, please get their permission (ask if okay to take their pictures).
- Do not call Native American outfit 'costume', refer to it as 'Powwow regalia'- Worn with responsibility and pride, the clothing represents community traditions and personal tastes.
- No drugs and alcohol; wear modest clothing.

The Grand Entry is the ceremonial opening of a pow wow, where dancers, drum groups, veterans, elders, and dignitaries enter the dance arena in a procession. It's a formal event marking the start of the pow wow festivities, often led by veterans and Head Dancers carrying flags and an Eagle Staff. The Grand Entry is a time for reflection, respect, and cultural expression, with specific protocols to follow. Powwows also provide a space for Native Americans to connect with their roots, teach younger generations, and educate non-Natives about their culture.

*As you can see I have been copying and pasting most information above as I don't wish to mis-convey the true significance of the Native American heritage and symbols :) Thanks for your patience. I enjoyed attending these POWWOW events in the past, it is exciting, colorful, and educational for sure!