One local non-profit organization is helping to keep Native American culture alive.
Join the Louisiana Indian Heritage Association this weekend, Nov. 18-19, as they host their 51st annual powwow, a gathering of singing, dancing and friendship.
The powwow will feature a variety of events, including intertribal and gourd dancing, a potato dance contest, a hand drum contest and a straight dance contest. The event will also feature authentic arts and crafts and food vendors.
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LIHA, founded in 1967, is the oldest organization of its kind in the southeast region. The association has played a major role in the revival of Native American culture in Louisiana, helping people reconnect to their heritage.
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Experience the color and excitement of Native American culture for yourself this weekend. Activities will be held 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, with a break for dinner from 4:30-6 p.m., and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday.
All activities will be at Lamar-Dixon Expo Center, 9039 S. St. Landry Ave. in Gonzales. Camping is available on site.
Admission is $5 for adults and free for military, first responders and LIHA members. Children 10 and younger are admitted with the purchase of an adult ticket.