Pow Wow Trail - Episode 9: The Grand Exhibition - New Music

One of the most recognizable element of Native expression is the Pow-wow. But very few people outside of the culture understand it. They do not understand the significance of the songs and the dance behind Pow-wow; they do not understand the rites and ceremonies contained within a Pow-wow. They do not understand the meaniong of the clans, or why Indian people dance. Here, we explore the true meaning, beyond the feathers and beads. Culture lives within the people; it is expressed through those who practice and participate in these celebrations.

Episode 9: The Grand Exhibition
As Pow-wow has evolved, so too has the entertainment on the grandest scale. Schemitzun. Connecticut attracts the largest crowds, and the best dancers. We travel to the land of the Pequots, a tribe attempting to recapture its heritage through dollars generated through their casino. They pull out all the stops to run a multi-million dollar Pow-wow. As it was told in the original legend of the Big Drum, the Pow-wow was a spectacle for all to see and behold: the Pequots certainly bring out the brightest and most intricate outfits, as well as the best dancers.