Mendota Mdewakanton Dakota Tribal Community

Preserving, Protecting and Promoting the Dakota Culture for Future Generations

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Birch Coulee Gathering of Kinship

Birch Coulee Gathering of Kinship
August 29-31
Birch Coulee Battlefield/State Park in Morton, MN.

MC is Dallas Goldtooth; Spiritual Advisor is Chris Leith.

This Traditional Wacipi brings the people together to commemorate all
who fought in the Battle of Birch Coulee and the 38+2 warriors hanged in
Mankato on December 26, 1862.  Birch Coulee is the site of the victory
battle during the War of 1862.  Camping is available, meals are
provided.  Friday is Camp Day with sessions on Saturday and Sunday.
Vendors are welcome.  Craft stands are charged $150 and Food Stands are
charged $100.  Local hotels are Jackpot Junction, Dakota Inn and Morton
Inn.

Pidamaya.