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Greetings from Fort Thompson

Season 26 Episode 6 | 29m 17s

The Dakota Oyate past, present, and future. Explore the history of Lakota/Dakota Code Talkers, a mural highlighting tribal culture, and two artists keeping history alive with art.

Aired: 02/06/24
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Cutting boards, canoes and guitars
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