Daḳota Language Through Song
Oct
13
to Nov 10

Daḳota Language Through Song

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UPDATE: Wópida for your interest in this event! Registration is closed as we’ve hit class capacity. if you want to be added to the waitlist, please email Chaske at chenry@wakantipi.org

Tuesdays, October 13 & 20 and November 3 & 10, 2026

  • 5:30 PM 8:00 PM

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Join us to deepen your understanding of Daḳota language and songs. We will start with a shared meal, practice the language and our pronunciation, and learn and practice traditional Daḳota songs together. This event is meant for Native community members. All experience levels welcome!

Class will be led by Caƞtemaza, Iktomi Waste Wiƞyan and Chaské Henry.

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Woven Ribbon Skirt Workshop
Oct
24
10:00 AM10:00

Woven Ribbon Skirt Workshop

UPDATE: Wópida for your interest in this event! Registration is closed as we’ve hit class capacity. We’ll be emailing attendees soon with more information.

Join Leah Thomas, an Isaƞti Wiƞyaƞ, to create a woven ribbon skirt! Participants will learn about the history and cultural significance of ribbon skirts while making their own. Some previous sewing experience recommended! All materials will be provided to registered participants! Limited sewing machines available. Please bring your own if you’re able.

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Ptaƞyétu (Autumn) Volunteer Day
Oct
30
3:30 PM15:30

Ptaƞyétu (Autumn) Volunteer Day

Join us in stewarding the land as we plant new trees and dormant root plants as part of our woodland restoration efforts, as well as clean up trash throughout the site.

All supplies will be provided as well as a community meal. We recommend participants bring their own water bottles and weather appropriate clothing

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Porcupine Quill Workshop
Sep
12
10:00 AM10:00

Porcupine Quill Workshop

Learn the traditional art of sew-down quillwork from Rubia Buck (Prairie Island Indian Community) in this two-day workshop!

Rubia will teach participants how to start and finish a project along with the basics of preparing, sorting, and dying porcupine quills. At the end, each participant will leave with a necklace or set of earrings!

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Wic̣ayaẓipa (Native Bee) Habitat Walk & Talk
Aug
29
10:00 AM10:00

Wic̣ayaẓipa (Native Bee) Habitat Walk & Talk

Come spend the morning with us as we celebrate the native bees of Mnisota.

Hear from artist Willard Malebear Jr. about his inspiration and creation of the Native Bee Lodge at Waḳan Ṭípi.

Then, join local artist and bee expert for a guided walk to discover the incredible diversity of native bees living among our prairies and learn how to support these relatives.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Community Tipi Painting
Aug
14
to Aug 15

Community Tipi Painting

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Join us anytime Friday August 14th or Saturday August 15th to help us paint our new tipi! The design for the tipi was inspired by community input and created by Cole Redhorse Taylor (Prairie Island Indian Community).

Artists Collins Provost-Fields (Cheyenne River) and Jeremy Fields (Pawnee, Crow and Chickasaw) from Thrive Unltd. will teach painting techniques and share how to set-up and care for a tipi.

Please dress in something to paint in. Supplies will be provided. All ages and experience levels are welcome & encouraged! No registration is required to attend this event.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Bat Walk
Aug
12
7:30 PM19:30

Bat Walk

Join us for an evening with our ḥupáhuwakihdakedaη (bat) relatives at Waḳaƞ Ṭípi! Our partners at the MN DNR Nongame Wildlife Program will share fun educational facts and then lead us on a bat walk through the sanctuary site with ultrasonic detectors to identify the different bat species.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Bioblitz 2026
Aug
8
9:00 AM09:00

Bioblitz 2026

We’re seeking volunteers for our third annual BioBlitz at Wakan Tipi! BioBlitz is a data collection event for all members of the community to learn from and collect data with environmental professionals and community partners as we survey pollinators, plants, dragonflies, birds and more.

All ages and backgrounds are welcome and no prior experience is necessary! Lunch provided.

If you have accessibility needs, email info@wakantipi.org by 7/27/26.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Chuwic'inpa (Cradleboard) Workshop
Jun
27
to Jun 28

Chuwic'inpa (Cradleboard) Workshop

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During this two-day workshop, participants will learn how to craft a full-size cradleboard, (a traditional baby carrier) and receive demonstrations on safe sleep techniques and how to properly use their new cradleboard!

We strongly encourage participants to bring a supportive relative to assist in assembling and to learn together.

New or expecting Native caregivers/parents, who are able to attend both days of the workshop, will be prioritized.

Due to limited space, participants will be notified if they are registered for the workshop. If you have accessibility needs, please email info@wakantipi.org by 6/18/26.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Center Grand Opening
May
29
11:00 AM11:00

Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Center Grand Opening

Join us in Celebrating the Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Center!

After decades of community organizing and a multi-year campaign, we are excited to officially open the doors to the Waḳaŋ Ṭípi Center on the East Side of St. Paul.

Designed to honor the significance of Waḳaŋ Ṭípi Cave as a Dakota sacred site, the goal of Waḳaŋ Ṭípi Center is to serve as an intergenerational gathering place.

The Grand Opening will feature reflections from partners, drum group Toká Máza, giveaways, and a shared meal.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Wicahdata Language Through Song
May
20
6:00 PM18:00

Wicahdata Language Through Song

Join us for an evening to learn Dakota songs. These traditional songs tell us meaningful stories about our history, values, and worldview. This event is meant for Native womxn. All experience levels welcome!

Tiana Spotted Thunder is an Oglala Lakota singer and social worker whose endeavors center Indigenous knowledge, responsibility, and future‑focused action.

Potluck dinner, bring something to share if you can.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Birding While Native
May
3
9:00 AM09:00

Birding While Native

In celebration of Indian Month, join Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Awaƞyaƞkapi and Urban Bird Collective for a special migratory bird walk for Native people led by Native birders!

All ages and experience levels are welcome! Binoculars & breakfast provided.

This event is intended for Native community members and their families.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Garden Drying Rack Community Build
Apr
25
10:00 AM10:00

Garden Drying Rack Community Build

Join WTA and NATIFS for a hands-on experience learning how to build drying racks for meat, fruit and vegetables and tipi trellis’ for our new teaching gardens, Oyate Zaniya Úƞpi Kte (The People are Coming to Get Well).

All supplies will be provided. All ages and experience levels are welcome & encouraged!

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Wétu Volunteer Day
Apr
18
9:00 AM09:00

Wétu Volunteer Day

Join Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Awaƞyaƞkapi for our annual Wétu (spring) cleanup as we work together to care for land at Waḳaƞ Ṭípi and Wic̣aḣapi. All are welcome.

This event is held in partnership with the city of Saint Paul, and the East Side Funders Group.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Gifts of the Plant Nation: Anúƞkasaƞ (Bald Eagle)
Mar
5
6:00 PM18:00

Gifts of the Plant Nation: Anúƞkasaƞ (Bald Eagle)

We invite you to take some time on March 5th to tune in as we host Daḳota knowledge bearers and environmentalists as they share stories about the Gifts of the Bald Eagle. The Daḳota name, Anúƞkasaƞ, means "white at both ends" indicating the white head and tail. Our storytellers will share cultural teachings, stories, and information on how we can all support and protect this sacred winged relative.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Beginner II Dakota Language Table
Feb
10
to Apr 21

Beginner II Dakota Language Table

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Join us for this beginner II Dakota language table with C̣antemaza. This 10-week series is perfect for those with some intro level previous Dakota language learning. Space is limited to 40 participants so please only register if you can commit to the full 10-week series.

These classes are best for learners age 14 and up. All are welcome. 

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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Seeds and Snowshoes
Feb
7
10:30 AM10:30

Seeds and Snowshoes

Join us at Waḳaƞ Ṭípi on Saturday, February 7th from 10:30am to 12pm to learn about Waniyetu (Winter) seeding. We will be snowshoeing on site at Waḳaƞ Ṭípi. We will provide instruction, seeds and snowshoes. All ages and experience levels are welcome and encouraged!

Following the stewardship, we will have refreshments to enjoy. We are looking forward to beginning 2026 as a community in this special way.

UPDATE: This event has passed and registration has closed.

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WAḲAN ṬÍPI AWANYANKAPI

Engaging people to honor and care for our natural places and the sacred sites and cultural value within them

Tax ID: #27-5469929

Contact Us

Email:
info@wakantipi.org

Phone
(651) 370-2106

Hours
Mon - Tues Closed to the Public
Weds - Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm

GPS Driving Address:
265 Commercial St
Saint Paul, MN 55106

Mailing Address:
590 4th St E
Saint Paul, MN 55106

Waḳaƞ Ṭípi Awaƞyaƞkapi is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any person due to race, color, creed, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance, local human rights commission activity or any other discriminatory basis prohibited by state or federal law.