Lawrence Powwow Highlights Native American Culture

By Brian Ellison,

Published March 29, 2016 at 1:41 PM CDT

Native Americans from across the continent will congregate in Lawrence this weekend to sing, dance and honor First Nations culture. We learn about the functions and features of a powwow, and what to expect at this year's cultural and competitive event.

Guests:

Landri James is president of the First Nations Student Association of KU.
Jancita Warrington is director of the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum in Lawrence.

The First Nation Student Association of KU will host the 28th annual Spring Contest Powwow and the first annual Indigenous Dance and Cultural Festival on Saturday, April 2, at the Lied Center of Kansas. For more information, visit the FNSA website.

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