A powwow (also pow wow or pow-wow) is a gathering with dances held by many Native American and Canadian First Nations communities. Inaugurated in 1923, powwows today are an …

Powwow, a celebration of American Indian culture in which people from diverse indigenous nations gather for the purpose of dancing, singing, and honouring the traditions of their …

Jul 18, 2025 · What Is a Powwow? Powwows emerged in the Plains during the 1800s as many tribes were forced onto reservations. The gatherings preserved languages, dances and …

Over time, these dances, ceremonies, and gatherings have evolved from formal, tribal-based ceremonies into modern-day intertribal celebrations of culture, dance, song, crafts, food, and …

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Nov 22, 2024 · In Indigenous culture, a powwow is a ceremonial gathering that typically includes traditional music and dancing, according to the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural …

The term “powwow” derives from Pau Wau, meaning “medicine man” in Narrtick, a language spoken by the Algonquian peoples in Massachusetts. English settlers began misusing the …