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Indigenous Peoples’ Day Brings Sunrise Ceremonies in Minnesota and Biz Con in Milwaukee

The annual observance pairs cultural recognition with economic networking.

Overview

  • In Minneapolis, community members gathered at Bde Maka Ska for a sunrise ceremony hosted by the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors and led by the LaPointe family.
  • Minnesota’s schedule features a statewide slate of events including an Indigenous Peoples Day Summit, a water blessing in Plymouth, school celebrations in St. Paul, and powwows in Minneapolis and Moorhead.
  • Milwaukee is hosting the fourth annual Indigenous Biz Con, organized by the Indigenous Business Group, with education sessions, access-to-capital workshops, a vendor market, and an evening gala.
  • The Milwaukee Public Museum marked the day with performances by the Ho-Chunk drum group Little Priest and México Indígena, along with curator-led discussions on Indigenous collections.
  • Potawatomi Casino Hotel aired video tributes to Native dancers across its property, and the Hoan Bridge is set to be illuminated in the medicine wheel colors on Monday evening.