St. Joseph’s Indian School’s Powwow Makes a Joyous Return

On September 17, 2022, St. Joseph’s Indian School hosted its 46th Annual Wačhípi (Powwow). The event was the first public wačhípi since the start of the pandemic. Seven drum groups participated, including the school’s own Pahá Makȟásaŋ Lowáŋpi – the Chalk Hills...

St. Joseph’s Indian School Announces Powwow Royalty

The 46th Annual St. Joseph’s Indian School Wačhípi marks the return to a public powwow for the students for the first time since the onset of the pandemic. September 17 marks the long-awaited powwow comeback. Students have been hard at work practicing dance since...

Public Wačhípi Returns to St. Joseph’s Indian School

Some 90 students are practicing to dance in beautiful Native American regalia on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at the 46th Annual St. Joseph’s Indian School wačhípi (powwow) in Chamberlain, S.D. For the first time since 2019, the event will be open to students,...