In conjunction with the Minnesota Education Association break, educators are invited to explore the Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake public exhibit at Hoċokata Ṫi, the SMSC’s cultural center, with free admission from October 16-18. 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 MEA2025 at checkout. Educators must present school ID upon arrival to receive free admission.

The exhibit is open Wednesday-Saturday from 9am-4:30pm. Last entry is 3:30pm. For more information, visit hocokatati.org.