Upcoming Events
At Wíyouŋkihipi, we are dedicated to sharing the richness of Dakota culture and storytelling through immersive events and workshops. Mark your calendars for these upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate.
Battle Creek Artists in Residence
Some of the events are part of the Marlena Myles and Tanaǧidaŋ To Wiŋ (Blue Hummingbird Woman/Tara Perron) residency in the Minnesota Parks Artist-in-Residence (MNPAiR) program, a pilot initiative launched in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Parks and Trails Division, the Metropolitan Council Metropolitan Regional Parks, the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission, and Forecast Public Art. This program embeds artists into parks across Minnesota to explore themes of community and belonging through creative collaboration.
At Battle Creek Park, in partnership with Ramsey County Parks & Recreation, Marlena and Tara will host events throughout the year, combining contemporary Indigenous artistry with the Dakota seasonal way of life, guided by the Four Winds. As part of a nine-artist cohort, they will work together to develop ideas that reimagine public spaces and deepen community connections. Look for events marked MN Pair to experience the transformative potential of this residency and its commitment to fostering cultural and communal belonging.
Eya Autumn-Wind Dakota Celebration
Join artists Marlena Myles and Tanáǧidaŋ Tó Wíŋ with special guests for a community celebration of Éya, the transformative Autumn Wind of the West. Featuring Botanical Cyanotypes printmaking with Aiyana Kline & Courtney Cochran and Weaving with Cattails with Ella...
Plant dye and earth pigment demo by Wóokiye Wíŋ
Uncover the colors of the earth and plants with us. We will explore the process of making watercolor from pipestone, as I share a live demonstration of how it is created. You will also see and learn about items made with plant dyes, with samples available to view and ex...
Dakota Living Landscapes Tour with Marlena Myles & Tanagidantowin
This walk invites participants to experience the landscape through a Dakota lens, learning how each plant carries knowledge, sustains life, and reflects the values of balance, reciprocity, and respect that are central to the Dakota way of life.
Okaga Summer-Wind Dakota Celebration
Join us as we welcome the return of Okáǧa, the fertile & invigorating Dakota Summer-Wind of the South, with a community celebration grounded in Dakota teachings and creative expression. Featuring flute music by Dakota Wind Goodhouse, music performance by Jackie Bird, ...