Coushatta Tribe Hosts 20th Annual Powwow June 12-13 Showcasing Native American Heritage & Culture

Festivities Held in The Pavilion at Coushatta Casino Resort

June 8, 2015

Kinder, LA—The Coushatta Tribe’s 20th annual powwow, one of the largest in the South, will bring together hundreds of representatives from tribes across the US and Canada, converging in a magnificent pageant of sight and sound. USA Today® listed this powwow as one of the Top Ten Best (August 2014). Here is the link to the article: http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/10greatplaces/2014/08/14/native-american-indian-pow-wow/14057291/

The public is invited to attend this family-friendly alcohol-and-drug-free event. The Coushatta Powwow is truly a one-of-a-kind experience, not to be missed. Admission for spectators is $5 per day; children 6 years and younger are admitted free of charge. Purchase tickets at the Pavilion gate on day of show.

Traditionally, the term “powwow” is defined as “a gathering of nations.” The powwow will begin with Gourd Dancing on Friday, June 12, at 5pm followed by Grand Entry at 7pm, the rhythmic march involving all the dancers that opens the dance competitions. Breath-taking performances in colorful tribal regalia are the hallmark of all competitions throughout the two-day event.

Schedule of Events June 12-13, 2015
Gourd Dancing Grand Entry
Friday: 5pm Friday: 7pm
Saturday: 10am & 5pm Saturday: 12noon & 7pm

Coushatta Pow Wow Head Staff
Host Northern Drum
 Black Bear, Quebec
Host Southern Drum
 Thunder Hill, OK
Head Man
Dancer Elliott Abbey, TX
Head Lady
Dancer Keya Clairmont, CO
Head Gourd
Dancer Mike Burgess, OK
Master of Ceremonies
 Bart Powaukee, UT
Arena Director
 Rusty Gillette, VA
Head Dance Judge
 Juaquin Hamilton, OK
Head Drum Judge
 Anthony Monoessy, OK

A popular feature at powwow is the marketplace showcasing Native American food––Indian frybread, Indian tacos–– and Native American arts and crafts––unique turquoise and silver jewelry, hand-made beaded items, the famous Coushatta long-leaf pine needle baskets, and more.

• No alcohol or drugs are permitted
• Not responsible for accidents or theft
• No ice chests please
• Arts & crafts and food vendors on site
• Cameras and video/audio recorders by permission only

For more information about the 20th Annual Coushatta Powwow Celebration, visit the website: coushattapowwow.com

Coushatta Casino Resort is located in Kinder, Louisiana on Highway 165 (I-10, exit 44), featuring three hotels and thousands of slots and table games including live poker, live bingo, off-track betting and a sportsbook. Call (800) 584-7263 or visit www.ccrla.com for more information.

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