Arts & Culture

Dancers in colorful regalia take part in the Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota Nation's Annual Wacipi or Pow-Wow. Established in 1867, it is the oldest continual event in South Dakota. The Sisseton-Wahpeton Sioux Tribe tribal members and friends gather in colorful, traditional costumes each summer. A festive atmosphere includes pounding drums and fancy dancing. Visitors are welcome at this annual cultural and historic event.

The annual Horse & Buggy Days takes place the week-end of the third Saturday of July and includes a parade, street dance, art-in-the-park, stage entertainment, ranch rodeo, wagon train, and much more for a fun filled week-end. For information write PO Box 151, Sisseton, SD 57262. or call (605) 698-7642 The Sisseton Theatre is considered a historical building. The current movies are shown weekly, and a stage has been constructed so theatrical presentations may be provided to the community. Call: (605) 698-7776 for listing of current and future premiers.

The first weekend in June is the Fort Sisseton Historical Festival and Rendezvous. Some activities include military encampment, Indian cultural programs, a medicine show, a costume ball, melodramas, art in the park, and square dancing. For more information call (605) 448-5701

Sisseton Arts Council
Dakota Nation Art & Gift Store
Blue Dragonfly Gallery
Doubletree Gallery