"South Dakota is a great state because of its values, not because of dependence on government."
Laura Ingraham
Western South Dakota is home of the Cheyenne River Reservation,
the largest reservation in South Dakota, home to four bands of Lakota Sioux:
Minnecoujou
Two Kettle (Oohenunpa)
Sans Arc (Itazipco)
Blackfoot (Si Sapa)
Located in the north central part of the state encompasses Dewey and Ziebach
County. More than 8,000 American Indians live on the Cheyenne River Reservation
that comprises of 1.4 million acres. The absolute beauty of the prairie will
amaze visitors.
Here you can experience authentic crafts, powwow celebrations and a heritage
that is proud.
POWWOW Dates:
• Cheyenne-Eagle Butte School Spring Powwow April 18-19, 2008
Contact: Emanual Red Bear 605-964-8744
• Presentation College Graduation Powwow – Eagle Butte May 3,
2008
Contact: Julie Thorstenson @ 605-964-4071
•Dupree Community Powwow July 11-13, 2008
Contact: Bernita In the Woods 605-964-6335
