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This is our hub for all First Peoples Fund related events aimed at empowering Native artists, culture bearers, and community leaders. From skill-building workshops to art exhibitions, we offer a variety of events to foster growth, encourage dialogue, and inspire change.

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July 15, 2025
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OLA Jam Session  ft. Juliana Brown Eyes, Cranston Joel and Tokata Iron Eyes

OLA Jam Session ft. Juliana Brown Eyes, Cranston Joel and Tokata Iron Eyes

Join us for a musical jam session ft. OLA Artist in Residence Juliana Brown Eyes, Tokata Iron Eyes, Cranston Joel and special guests Sovern!
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
July
OLA Jam Session ft. Juliana Brown Eyes, Cranston Joel and Tokata Iron Eyes
July 15, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

We're back with another OLA Jam Session! Stop by and share a song, poem or one of your talents on the garage stage, and stick around for performances by current OLA Artist in Residence Juliana Brown Eyes, featuring Tokata Iron Eyes, Cranston Joel and special guests Sovern!

First hour (6-7pm MT): Open Mic, all are welcome to sign up and perform a song, poem, skill/talent, anything they'd like to showcase.Second hour (7-8pm MT): Sovern, Cranston Joel, Tokata Iron Eyes and then Juliana Brown Eyes to close.This will all be in the garage stage/space at OLA.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr,

Kyle, SD 57752

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July 16, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
July
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
July 16, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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July 23, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
July
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
July 23, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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July 30, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
July
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
July 30, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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August 6, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
August 6, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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August 13, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
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Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
August 13, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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August 17, 2025
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Crochet Creations with Marina Moon

Crochet Creations with Marina Moon

Learn the basics of crocheting through a series of workshops where students develop creative projects over 8 weeks.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Crochet Creations with Marina Moon
Marina Moon
August 17, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Participants will be introduced to foundational techniques and build confidence in creative crochet projects. Participants will start with the basics and progress to more advanced techniques. Projects include: the granny square, stuffed animals, garments, bags and more.

[Session 1] Sunday, August 17, 2025

[Session 2] Sunday, August 31, 2025

[Session 3] Sunday, September 14, 2025

[Session 4] Sunday, September 28, 2025

[Session 5] Sunday, October 12, 2025

[Session 6] Sunday, October 26, 2025

[Session 7] Sunday, November 9, 2025

[Session 8] Sunday, November 23, 2025

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr

Kyle, SD 57752

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August 17, 2025
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Star Quilt Making

Star Quilt Making

Learn how to create Star Quilt Blankets with Carol Wilcox. Open to all levels of sewing experience.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Star Quilt Making
Carol Wilcox
Oglala Lakota
August 17, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Join us for a special workshop series where we’ll sew star pattern baby bags, pot holders, and pillows—building up to the creation of traditional Star Quilts! Along the way, participants will hear stories and teachings about the cultural and historical significance of stars, star knowledge, and the powerful legacy of star quilts in our communities.

Sunday August 17, 2025
Sunday August 31, 2025
Sunday September 21, 2025
Sunday September 28, 2025
Sunday October 19, 2025
Sunday October 26, 2025
Sunday November 2, 2025
Sunday November 9, 2025

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.

Kyle, SD 57752

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August 17, 2025
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Star Quilt Making

Star Quilt Making

Excited to sew with us at Oglala Lakota Artspace? Join our dynamic sewing workshop, series led by Carol Wilcox, as we dive into the art of Star Quilting!
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Star Quilt Making
Carol J. Wilcox
Oglala Lakota
August 17, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Join us for a special workshop series where we’ll sew star pattern baby bags, pot holders, and pillows—building up to the creation of traditional Star Quilts! Along the way, participants will hear stories and teachings about the cultural and historical significance of stars, star knowledge, and the powerful legacy of star quilts in our communities.

Dates:

Sunday August 17, 2025
Sunday August 31, 2025
Sunday September 21, 2025
Sunday September 28, 2025
Sunday October 19, 2025
Sunday October 26, 2025
Sunday November 2, 2025
Sunday November 9, 2025

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August 18, 2025
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Beaded Earring Making & Mixed Media Moccasins

Beaded Earring Making & Mixed Media Moccasins

In this eight-week series of workshops, you will learn the basics of beadwork, dentalium earrings, and related materials.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Beaded Earring Making & Mixed Media Moccasins
January Rose Mathis
Oglala Lakota
August 18, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

This workshop will provide participants instruction on the creation of beaded and Mixed Media Moccasins. Participants will be provided instruction on the creation of beaded and dentalium earrings. For moccasin making participants will learn the basics of moccasin making, designing moccasins with beads and applique pieces. Lakota design and meanings will be emphasized.

August 18, 2025 (Beaded Earring Making)
September 8, 2025 (Mixed Media Mocs)
Monday September 22, 2025  (Mixed Media Mocs)
Monday October 6, 2025  (Beaded Earring Making)
Monday October 27, 2025  (Beaded Earring Making)
Monday November 10, 2025  (Mixed Media Mocs)
Monday November 24, 2025  (Mixed Media Mocs)
Monday December 1, 2025

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr

Kyle, SD 57752

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August 18, 2025
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Traditional Arts Workshop

Traditional Arts Workshop

This workshop will provide participants with knowledge on a variety of traditional art forms including making knife and sheath, belts with leather and hide, old style...
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Traditional Arts Workshop
Waylon Gaddie
Oglala Lakota
August 18, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Participants will engage in various projects, including crafting rawhide belts and boxes, acrylic painting, knife sheaths, bows, and other weapons. The instructor will blend traditional teachings with modern techniques for each project. The program will also include harvesting a buffalo and utilizing all parts to create items such as headdresses, weapons, art, and toys.

Dates and Times, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM:

[Session 1] Monday, August 18, 2025

[Session 2] Monday, August 25, 2025

[Session 3] Monday, October 6, 2025

[Session 4] Monday, October 20, 2025

[Session 5] Monday, October 27, 2025

[Session 6] Monday, November 3, 2025

[Session 7] Monday, November 10, 2025

[Session 8] Monday, November 17, 2025

[Session 9] Monday, November 24, 2025

[Session 10] Monday, December 1, 2025

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August 18, 2025
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How to Bead with Christine White Lance

How to Bead with Christine White Lance

Dive into the vibrant world of beadwork at Oglala Lakota Artspace! Led by Christina White Lance, our workshop series focuses on different beading techniques.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
How to Bead with Christine White Lance
Christine White Lance
Oglala Lakota
August 18, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Participants will gain knowledge of beadwork techniques: Peyote Stitch, Loomwork, Flat Stitch, and Lazy Stitch. Participants will choose from a variety of beading projects, including: moccasins, turtles, lizards, chains, medallions, pouches and bags.

[Session 1] Monday, August 18, 2025

[Session 2] Sunday, September 7, 2025

[Session 3] Sunday, September 14, 2025

[Session 4] Sunday, October 5, 2025

[Session 5] Monday, October 20, 2025

[Session 6] Monday, November 3, 2025

[Session 7] Sunday, November 16, 2025

[Session 8] Sunday, November 30, 2025

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August 20, 2025
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Warrior Women Wednesday Sewing Circle

Warrior Women Wednesday Sewing Circle

This workshop series brings together a community to craft ribbon skirts, shirts, vests, regalia, and ceremonial dresses.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Warrior Women Wednesday Sewing Circle
Helene Gaddie
Oglala Lakota
August 20, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

Pre survey will be completed to determine the participants knowledge of sewing.Participants without any knowledge of sewing will learn how to use a sewing machine and all sewing accessory instruments. Participants with basic knowledge of sewing will familiarize themselves with the sewing machines and sewing accessory instruments. All participants will pick sewing projects offered in this series. The topics offered for the 2025 Sewing circle are: Ribbon shirts and skirts, Lakota Women's dance regalia appliquéd leggins, mocs, yoke/cape, hair ties, belts. T/inipi or Lakota Traditional dresses, men's Lakota dance appliquéd side drops, cuffs, leg and arm bands, mocs. Shawls both ribbon and fringe. Women's Lakota dance leggins, mocs, belts, yoke/cape, hair ties. Pre-made kits will be provided.

Dates and all times are 4:00pm- 8:00pm:

[Session 1] Wednesday, August 20, 2025
[Session 2] Wednesday, September 3, 2025
[Session 3] Wednesday, October 1, 2025
[Session 4] Wednesday, October 15, 2025
[Session 5] Wednesday, October 29, 2025
[Session 6] Wednesday, November 12, 2025
[Session 7] Wednesday, November 19, 2025
[Session 8] Wednesday, December 3, 2025

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August 20, 2025
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Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt

Drum circle to sing and learn together with Santee Witt (Lakota)
Wicahpi Olowan Music
Register >>
Wicahpi Olowan Music
Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Weekly Drum Circle with Santee Witt
Santee Witt
Lakota
August 20, 2025
Wicahpi Olowan Music

Open for all ages! The Weekly Drum Circle hosted on Wednesdays aims to be a safe-space for anyone wanting to learn or practice singing on and around the drum. Hosted by singer and knowledge bearer Santee Witt, the drum circle welcomes anyone who can make it to the Oglala Lakota Artspace on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

This workshop series will be held every Wednesday and will focus on singing Lakota songs on the drum, wether they be traditional songs, prayer songs, sundae songs, powwow songs, or other styles of singing on a group-drum and or/ hand-drum. The teachings and meanings behind these songs will be discussed. A safe place will be held for all ages of participants to receive the opportunity to learn how to sing.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr.,

Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-1344

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August 20, 2025
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Leather Working w/ Cat Clifford

Leather Working w/ Cat Clifford

The eight-session workshop will instruct participants on design and cutting, carving and tooling, painting and dyeing, and assembling leather items.
Oglala Lakota Artspace
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Oglala Lakota Artspace
August
Leather Working w/ Cat Clifford
Cat Clifford
Oglala Lakota
August 20, 2025
Oglala Lakota Artspace

The Leather Work Sessions will teach participants to make bags, wallets or belts. The first two sessions will cover design and cutting.  Using leather work tools, the following two sessions will then allow participants to learn carving and tooling.  Painting and Dyeing will then be demonstrated in the next two sessions.  The  final sessions will give participants the opportunity to assemble and complete their final leather work project.

Oglala Lakota Artspace

7904 Lakota Prairie Dr

Kyle, SD 57752