Pow Wow Welcomes All People In Celebration Of Native Culture & Heritage

Pow wows date back hundreds of years. These celebrations of native culture and traditions bring native people together to sing, dance and drum in honor of their heritage. The tradition continues right here in Milwaukee, and they're not just for native people to enjoy. I went to the 15 th Annual Hunting Moon Pow Wow that took place recently at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee. It's a three-day competition that includes dancing, drumming and singing. In the lobby, vendors sell clothing, jewelry, crafts, and food inspired by Native American culture. But it's the start of it all that you don't want to miss: the Grand Entry. Men, women and children dressed in their regalia are telling stories through dance. Inside the arena, blue, red and purple lights beam onto the dance floor. And contest participants are along the sidelines putting the finishing touched on their outfits. Drum groups, spectator seating, and the stage for the master of ceremonies make up one large circle