Ghost Dance

The Ghost Dance is a ceremony incorporated into numerous Native American belief systems, based on the millenarian teachings of the Northern Paiute spiritual leader Wovoka. Proper practice of the dance was believed to reunite the living with spirits of the dead, bring peace and prosperity, and end colonial expansion. The dance involves moving in a circular formation in large groups, often accompanied by singing and hand drums.

Attendees can expect a traditional circle dance, where participants join hands and move with a side-shuffle step to the rhythm of drum beats. The ceremony may include fasting, sweat lodge rituals, and trance states, with shamans waving eagle wing fans. The Ghost Dance has been practiced by various tribes, including the Caddo, who still practice it today.

This event offers a unique opportunity to witness a living tradition that has deep historical and spiritual significance. It is a chance to experience a ceremony that has been passed down through generations and continues to be an important part of Native American culture.