From intricate beadwork and vibrant star quilts to powerful storytelling, music, and dance, the arts and culture of the Oceti Sakowin Oyate reflect a deep and enduring legacy. Explore galleries, cultural centers, and local artisans keeping traditions alive, while inspiring new generations. Whether you’re drawn to history, creativity, or connection, there’s something here waiting to be discovered.

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MAHPÍYA LÚTA-THE HERITAGE CENTER

Location: Pine Ridge

Located on the campus of Red Cloud Indian School, the heritage center houses a collection of prize-winning paintings, graphics and sculptures created by contemporary Native American. The gift shop offers a large selection of unique Lakota fine

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OGLALA LAKOTA LIVING HISTORY VILLAGE

Location: Cactus Flats

This immersive experience provides visitors with an entry point to the beautiful landscape and the past and present culture and indigenous knowledge of Lakota

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SICANGU HERITAGE CENTER

Location: Antelope

Located at Sinte Gleska University, the center houses the official archives of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, as well as artifacts collected by the university. The university was established in 1971 to create an environment of learning centered on Lakota language

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SITTING BULL & SACAGAWEA MONUMENTS

Location: Mobirdge

Overlooking the Missouri River are two monuments honoring Sitting Bull and Sacagawea. Many believe this to be the final resting place of Native American spiritual and social leader Sitting

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SITTING BULL COLLEGE NATURE WALKS

Location: Fort Yates, ND

Walk through the land a local guide for a nature walk and experience hands-on workshops with Native botanist experts. Medicinal Plants Workshop is a fun way to learn what Mother Earth provides to the

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SITTING BULL COLLEGE VISITOR CENTER

Location: Fort Yates, ND

This charming visitor center features displays of Native American art, handcrafts, and artifacts. Guests learn about traditions and customs of the Lakota people through guided tours and interactive classes on native plant uses, cuisine and the

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TATANKA REZ TOURZ

Location: Pine Ridge

A one-of-a-kind cultural tour of the Pine Ridge Reservation provided by a father and daughter team of passionate, articulate, and knowledgeable guides. The tour offers visitors with a first-hand personal experience through the eyes and lives of those who

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YANKTON HISTORIC MONUMENTS

Location: Yankton

The Treaty of 1858 Monument stands on a hill overlooking the Missouri River, pinpointing the spot where a treaty designating land for the Dakota Sioux was signed. The Yankton Tribe’s buffalo herd can be seen roaming

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