ARTS & CULTURE HO Ċ OKATA TI South of Minneapolis, Hoċokata Ti [ho-cho-kah-tah-tee] is the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s (SMSC) cultural center and a gathering space for Tribal members. A highlight for visitors is the exhibit “Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake,” which focuses on the Mdewakanton Dakota people and their history. The tour is a multisensory experience covering art, culture, language and beyond. Visit the gift shop for hand-crafted jewelry, art, home goods, books and more from Native artists and Native-owned businesses. GIIWEDINONG TREATY RIGHTS & CULTURE MUSEUM In Park Rapids, this enlightening museum, whose name means “homecoming” to the Anishinaabe people, explores the history, art and culture of Indigenous people, including Ojibwe and Dakota artists and Water Protectors. Come away with a greater understanding of treaties and covenants, language, art, the land and constitutional rights, and learn how change is being made. ALL MY RELATIONS ARTS (AMRA) AMRA is one of the few Midwest hubs for contemporary Native art and an integral place for advancing the careers of Native artists. Its national platform elevates contemporary Native artists and provides continued support for artists and art professionals. Explore its permanent gallery in Minneapolis, and fi nd its many works around the state and beyond in the form of murals, art walls and more. All My Relations Gallery Credit: All My Relations Arts This is just a sampling of the many cultures represented in Minnesota. For more, go to exploreminnesota.com/things-to-do/arts-culture Prairie Island Indian Community Wacipi Pow Wow Credit: Lorie Shaull 42 | EXPLORE MINNESOTA .COM
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