In conjunction with the Minnesota Education Association break, educators are invited to Hoċokata Ṫi to explore Native history and culture.

Free Exhibit Admission
From October 15-17, educators receive free admission to the Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake public exhibit. Educators visiting the exhibit will receive a certificate for one continuing education credit.

The immersive exhibit tells the story of the Mdewakanton Dakota people through audio and visual interactive elements—tracing the history from existence before European settlers to making treaties with the U.S government, as well as the journey to self-sufficiency.

To claim a free ticket, go to hocokatati.org/shop/tickets and enter promotion code MEA2026 at checkout. Educators must present a school ID upon arrival to receive free admission.

The exhibit is open Wednesday-Saturday from 9am-4:30pm. Last entry is 3:30pm.

Author Presentation
Hoċokata Ṫi is honored to host acclaimed Ojibwe historian, author, and educator Dr. Brenda J. Child on Friday, October 16, for a special presentation of her new book, In Our Own Words: True Stories of Indian Boarding Schools.

This educator-focused event will provide participants with an opportunity to hear directly from one of the nation’s leading Indigenous historians about the history of boarding schools, the resilience of Native communities, and approaches for teaching this history with accuracy, empathy, and cultural understanding.

There are two sessions to choose from, 11am and 1:30pm. The presentation costs just $20 and everyone in attendance will receive a free copy of the book and a certificate for two continuing education credits. Advance registration is required.

For more information, visit hocokatati.org.