Flagstaff All-Indian Pow Wow

From 1929 to 1979, the Flagstaff All-Indian Pow-Wow drew thousands of guests (100,000+) to town—participants and spectators alike. The story behind the powwow offers numerous angles: the cultural exchange, the mix of tribes represented, the “business” of organizing and promoting the event, social aspects, personal histories of dancers, cowboys, artists, and tourists, and the economic impact on the community.

Introduction  |  Early years  |  Recollections  |  Language  |  Final years