The SMSC returned to the Minnesota State Fairfor the second year in a row. Last year, the tribe became the first tribal nation in the fair’slong history to host an exhibit. This year’s interactive walk-through display featured information about the tribe’s charitable giving efforts, enterprises, sovereignty, environmental stewardship, and Understand Native Minnesota campaign.

For many years,the fair has recognized its most exceptional vendors. On September 1, the SMSC was awarded a Minnesota State Fair 2022 Best Award. Only 13 of the fair’s nearly 1,000 commercial exhibitors, food and beverage vendors, and attractions who stood out in the crowd were officially recognized as winners of the Minnesota State Fair 2022 Best Awards.

Recipients receive this award for providing exceptional and efficient customer service, an outstanding experience for fair guests, an amazing visual presentation and positive image, and knowledgeable staff that are courteous and professional.