Powwow at Patriot Academy

Staff Photo by Jeff Depew

Staff Photo by Jeff Depew

The Patriot Academy was alive with music, art and diversity on Saturday, August 8, 2015, as the Spirit of the Nation’s Powwow brought their event to Jefferson County. Sponsored by Indian Creek Productions Inc. of Jefferson County, the festival featured Native American music, arts and crafts, storytelling and lectures. The theme for this year’s event was Women in Native Society and the activities and lectures were geared around that theme.

Powwows of this kind are an important tool in keeping the history of the Native American culture alive and ensuring that tribal customs are not lost with the passing generations and the blending of cultures. The Powwow had a strong turnout and the crowd enjoyed the opportunity to participate in traditional activities and even try some interesting fare. Saturday’s festival was the eighth annual Spirit of the Nations.

Source: K. Depew, News Director