South Dakota and Other States That Recognize Native American Day
While many states observe Columbus Day not as many states recognize a variation of Native American Day.
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More Communities Hope to Join South Dakota, Recognize Indigenous Peoples Day
More and more communities hope to ditch Columbus Day and join South Dakota by recognizing the Native American population.
Native American Day Celebrated In South Dakota
Long-time journalist Tim Giago worries that the meaning of Native American Day will be lost without education by schools and the media.
South Dakota Celebrates Native American Day
The state Legislature in 1989 approved the change proposed by then-Gov. George Mickelson. South Dakota is the only state that celebrates Native American Day on Columbus Day.