MPR News: ‘Niimiwin’ art exhibit celebrates the powwow tradition

“Niimiwin” is the latest exhibit at All My Relations Arts in south Minneapolis. The title “Niimiwin” means “everyone dance,” a nod to the theme of the exhibit — the tradition of dance and powwow.

Josie Hoffman is a direct descendant of the Grand Portage Anishinaabe and is the Emerging Curators Institute fellow at All My Relations Arts. Hoffman wanted to create a show that explores not just dancing but the community that comes together because of the powwow.

Organizers are hosting an event Friday at the Minneapolis American Indian Center to celebrate the exhibit and artists. In the spirit of the exhibit’s powwow focus, the celebration includes drum and dancing, music and artist vendors.

“Niimiwin: Bijiinag igo ingii-azhegiiwe gaa-niimi’iding” is the full title of the exhibit and means “Everyone Dance: I just returned home from the powwow.”

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