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LEARN ABOUT THE FIVE NATIONS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES. The five sovereign First Nations that share geography with North Dakota have deep connections to these plains. You’re invited to honor and celebrate the history, culture and modern life of the Native Americans. Check with local tribal tourism offices for attraction open dates and times, and visit our website for a guide to respecting our diverse cultures and traveling on tribal lands. CULTURE AND HISTORY Learn about customs, Native dance, drumming, art and stories at visitor centers in New Town, Belcourt and Fort Yates. See earthlodges at Earth Lodge Village near New Town, Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site near Stanton and On-A-Slant Indian Village near Mandan. Take the scenic route down the Standing Rock National Native American Scenic Byway, south of Fort Yates for breathtaking views of the Missouri River. Don’t miss events like the United Tribes International Powwow, Bismarck, live horse racing at Chippewa Downs, Belcourt, or Indigenous Peoples’ Day at the International Peace Garden, Dunseith. View and purchase traditional and modern Native American artwork at many galleries and tribal visitor centers. Absorb more Native American history at the Pembina State Museum in Pembina and North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum in Bismarck. GUIDE TO TRAVELING ON TRIBAL LANDS TRIBAL NATIONS MANDAN, HIDATSA AND ARIKARA NATION • MHA Interpretive Center (earthlodges) • 4 Bears Casino & Lodge (marina, lake cruises) STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE • National Native American Scenic Byway • Sitting Bull Burial Site, visitor center • Prairie Knights Casino & Resort (marina) SPIRIT LAKE NATION • Fort Totten State Historic Site (theater) • White Horse Hill National Game Preserve • Spirit Lake Casino & Resort (marina) TURTLE MOUNTAIN BAND OF CHIPPEWA • Heritage Center • Chippewa Downs (horse racing) • Sky Dancer Casino & Resort • Trenton Indian Service Area • Trenton Lake Recreation Area • Grand Treasure Casino SISSETON WAHPETON OYATE • Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge • Dakota Winds Golf Course • Dakota Magic Casino & Hotel
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