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Men's Traditional dancers

Men's Traditional dancers at the 2010 Plains Indian Museum Powwow. Photo by Bud Schrickling. The Grand Entry ceremony opens each session of the powwow to bring all dancers together in the arena.

"A living, breathing place where more than just Indian objects are on display..." Dr. Joseph Medicine Crow

Plains Indian Programs

The Buffalo Bill Historical Center offers learning opportunities relating to the Plains Indian Museum collections, including the Lloyd New Native American Arts Institute, artist-in-residence presentations, school programs, Plains Indian Museum Gallery Treks, and gallery demonstrations. Learn More about our full offerings of activities on our main Programs Page.

Plains Indian Museum Powwow

The Plains Indian Museum Powwow is one of our signature educational programs, offered each June. Please visit our Powwow Page for more information.

Plains Indian Museum Powwow

Plan ahead to attend our 31st Annual Plains Indian Museum Powwow on June 16 – 17, 2012. Take a video glimpse!

Group Sales

Attention tour operators! Are you planning a trip to the Yellowstone area? Schedule a stop at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center! Download our Group Sales page, e-mail Debra Elwood or call 307.578.4114.