HOCOKATA TI | Experience Dakota History!
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit within a traditional Dakota tipi or touch the hides of animals traditionally hunted by the Dakota people? Experience all of this and more with a guided tour of Hoċokata Ti’s public exhibit, Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake.
Whether guests prefer to explore the exhibit on their own or desire a group guided tour, Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake will provide guests with a traditional Mdewakanton Dakota experience unlike any other.
Bring history to life and let one of our professional cultural interpreters guide your group through the exhibit as they provide insight into the meaning behind the displays and artifacts. Our immersive and interactive exhibit gives students a better understanding of Mdewakanton lifeways that can’t be experienced through books. Plan your visit by filling out our request form at hocokatati.org/group-field-trips.
After experiencing the history of the Mdewakanton Dakota people at Hoċokata Ti’s public exhibit, Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake, don’t forget to stop by the gift shop. Whether you need the perfect gift or just want something uniquely you, the Hoċokata Ti Gift Shop is filled with art and accessories from more than 70 Native artists and Native-owned businesses.
