What is a Powwow?
Pow Wows are the Native American people’s way of meeting together, to join in dancing, singing, visiting, renewing old friendships, and making new ones. This is a time method to renew Native American culture and preserve the rich heritage of American Indians.
Some believe that the War Dance Societies of the Ponca and other Southern Plains Tribes were the origin of the powwow. Another belief is that when the Native American tribes were forced onto reservations the government also forced them to have danced for the public to come and see. Before each dance, they were lead through the town in a parade, which is the beginning of the Grand Entry.
The Annual Waccamaw Siouan Powwow is held the 3rd Weekend in October starting with "School Day" on Friday Morning where we invite local schools to bring their students to learn and experience Native American Culture. During school day each school is broken into small groups so each child has an opportunity to ask questions to each presenter and participate in hands on exhibits. This year we are searching for volunteers for our Friday Night events and Saturday event. Volunteers will be placed where needed and will work 2 hour shifts. The 2 hour shifts will allow volunteers free time to experience the event for themselves. If it is your desire to work multiple shifts just let us know. Many hands make for light work. We look forward to seeing you there. Please sign up as soon as possible so we can account for your presence.
Friday
9am to 2pm
7pm to 11pm
Saturday
9am to 11pm
