Aktá Lakota Museum

06/11/2026

Wópilá táŋka — many thanks to the Jones County After School Program and their instructors for visiting the Aktá Lakota Museum today! Your group was amazing, and we enjoyed sharing the Lakota history and culture with you!

06/11/2026

Pilámaya — Thank You! 🦬

A heartfelt thank you to Karst Stage Tours for visiting the Aktá Lakota Museum!

It was our pleasure to welcome your group and share the rich history, traditions, and living culture of the Lakota people. We hope your time with us was both meaningful and memorable.

Safe travels on the rest of your journey, and we look forward to seeing you again down the road!

📍 Aktá Lakota Museum & Cultural Center

06/11/2026

[American Indian History] June 11, 1866

Following the Santee Sioux Uprising in Minnesota in 1862, about 1,300 Santee Sioux were forcibly relocated from Minnesota to lands along the Missouri River near Crow Creek, in what was then the South Dakota Territory.

The move proved devastating. Within months, nearly 300 people died from starvation and disease. After three difficult years, the survivors were relocated again to new lands near the mouth of the Niobrara River in northeastern Nebraska Territory, near present-day Niobrara.
This somber chapter reflects the hardships endured by the Santee Sioux during a time of forced displacement and struggle.

📸 Photo credit: Crow Creek Indian Reservation, circa 1866 — South Dakota State Archives.

06/10/2026

Lakota Word Wednesday...

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

Pidámayayapí – Thank You, Uŋčí Belinda! 💛📚

A heartfelt thank you to Uŋčí Belinda for sharing her time, stories, and wisdom with us during Story Time today. The children had a wonderful time learning, listening, and connecting through storytelling and culture.

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us! ✨

Join us again next Tuesday for more stories, fun, and learning with Uŋčí & Lalá!

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06/09/2026

🚧 We’re Improving Your Visitor Experience! 🚧

Our main museum parking lot is currently under construction as we work to enhance access and convenience for our visitors.

✅ The museum remains OPEN during construction.

Please use the parking area on the west side of the museum during your visit. Follow posted signs and watch for construction activity as you arrive.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we make these improvements. We look forward to welcoming you!

📍 Free Admission
📍 Open Daily

06/09/2026

📚 STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ – TODAY!

🗓️ Tuesday, June 9
🕥 10:30 AM
📍 Museum Bookstore
🎟️ Free

Join us at the Aktá Lakota Museum for a special reading of Our Sacred Land of Phežúta by Tara Perron, illustrated by Holly Young. https://bit.ly/4dwfpTz

This beautiful story follows a young girl and her grandmother as they visit the sacred plants of the prairie, learning about healing, gratitude, and Lakota traditions.

✨ Cultural activities to follow!
Perfect for all ages—especially elementary-aged children.

No registration required.