Written by Casual Tourist on September 8, 2000
- Once the ceremonial drum was set up in the center of the sacred circle, the program began with a number of gourd dances.
According to the official program, only gourd dancers can dance during the gourd...
Written by Casual Tourist on September 8, 2000
- Our trip to the casino was not originally on our agenda, but became a fun part of our day because of the extreme heat. Our desination in Topeka was Shawnee Lake where a Native...
Written by Casual Tourist on September 10, 2000
- There were numerous colorful costumes in evidence and the number grew as the evening wore on. The men as well as the women donned their regalia and joined the dancing. A local television news...
Written by Gregg on April 17, 2001
- If you're headed for Topeka, Kansas, I can't say enough about avoiding Forbes Field, the commercial airport for Topeka.
You don't have to worry about a crowded airport or lines at the ticket counter. US Airways...
Written by Casual Tourist on September 12, 2000
- When the Gourd Dancing was brought to a close, a short break was given to prepare for the Grand Entrance Ceremony. We watched as participants scurried around gathering flags and putting the finishing touches...
Written by Casual Tourist on September 12, 2000
- My husband and I were both fascinated by one older gentleman and looked him up at his tent during a break in the festivities. This man was Charles Chibitty, the Head Gourd Dancer....
Written by Casual Tourist on September 9, 2000
- The gourd dancing lasted about an hour and included some ceremonial proceedings. Some of the events were a little difficult to follow as this was the first Pow Wow I've attended, but I believe...
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