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58th Annual Chicago Powwow at Navy Pier

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Native Currents. Discussion »

CHICAGO - With various eagle staffs entering the dance arena, the 58th Annual Chicago Powwow began at Navy Pier. Dressed in colorful and beautiful regalia, American Indian dancers from various tribes throughout the country were on hand for Grand Entry with numerous drum groups from various Great Lakes states.

"Every year, we have about 12,000 people who attend this powwow," stated Joe Podiasek, Ojibwe, Executive Director, American Indian Center of Chicago.

His organization is sponsoring this weekend's powwow. The American Indian Center of Chicago is the oldest urban Indian center in the United States.

Sunday Doors Open at 10 am with Grand Entry at 12 noon

Several Chicago-based American Indian organizations were on hand at the powwow with informational booths marketing their programs. Free flu shots were being given, provided by the City of Chicago.

posted November 21, 2011 9:50 am est