Madison Area Technical College announced on Apr. 3 that its annual Spring Powwow will take place Saturday, April 25, at the Redsten Gym on the Truax Campus in Madison. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with grand entries scheduled for 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
The powwow aims to bring together singers, dancers, students, and community members from tribal nations across Wisconsin and beyond in a celebration of tradition and cultural connection. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Woodland Song & Dance,” honoring regional traditions and highlighting the enduring significance of powwow culture.
Co-host drums Medicine Rock and Bad River will be joined by groups such as Little Priest, Little Soldier, Red Nation Boyz, and Twin Tails. Dancers of all ages are expected to compete in various categories including men’s and women’s dances, an appliqué special, singer championship, and a bells-only competition. Attendees can also explore more than twenty vendor booths offering handmade goods and cultural items.
Dinner will be provided by Wild Bearies—a nonprofit founded by Madison College alum Elena Terry—which focuses on Native foods rooted in history and sustainability. The college said that leadership from its Native American Student Association (NASA), along with support from the Intercultural Exchange and Division of Organizational Impact and Culture, helps make this event possible each year.
Madison Area Technical College extends its educational reach to support diverse communities across south-central Wisconsin according to the official website. The college features state-of-the-art facilities designed for practical training according to the official website.
The institution is affiliated with the Wisconsin Technical College System according to the official website, offers more than 190 associate degrees as well as online options according to the official website, provides open access aimed at fostering lifelong learning according to the official website, and Dr. Jennifer Berne served as president in collaboration with its District Board of Trustees according to the official website.
The Madison College Spring Powwow is free of charge and open to everyone.
