minnesota in 1650
A history of a people is often defined by time and place. The Dakota have always called this land their home.
Očhéthi Sakówiŋ – 7 Council Fires
There are seven original Thióšpaye or family groups that make up the Dakota Nation.
Play video below to learn more about the seven original Thióšpaye.
Očhéthi Sakówiŋ – 7 Council Fires
There are seven original Thióšpaye or family groups that make up the Dakota Nation.
Play video below to learn more about the seven original Thióšpaye.
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1 Black Lodge Singers/Video of 622 American Indian Education students
2 Explanation of Dakota and Sioux Name
3 Map of Dakota Tribes in 1650/Slide Show 7 original Council Fires
4 1650 Map of Woodlands and Prairies of Minnesota
5 1650 Regional Food Map
6 1800’s Animated Migration Map of Dakota
7 Present Day Dakota Reservations in Minnesota
8 Dakota Family Names
9 Exploring Dakota Months & Explanation of Dakota Names for Months
10 Dakota Colors Worksheet & Extension of Learning
1 Black Lodge Singers/Video of 622 American Indian Education students
2 Explanation of Dakota and Sioux Name
3 Map of Dakota Tribes in 1650/Slide Show 7 original Council Fires
4 1650 Map of Woodlands and Prairies of Minnesota
5 1650 Regional Food Map
6 1800’s Animated Migration Map of Dakota
7 Present Day Dakota Reservations in Minnesota
8 Dakota Family Names
9 Exploring Dakota Months & Explanation of Dakota Names for Months
10 Dakota Colors Worksheet & Extension of Learning