Also known as the Teton Sioux (from Thítȟuŋwaŋ), they are one of the three prominent subcultures of the Sioux people, with the Eastern Dakota (Santee) and Western Dakota (Wičhíyena). Their current …

Lakota (pronounced lah-KOH-tah) is the tribe’s name for themselves and may mean “allies” or “friends.” It comes from the Teton word Lakhota, sometimes translated as “alliance of friends.”

The Lakota are part of the larger Sioux Nation, which consists of three main divisions: the Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota, each speaking their own dialect of the Siouan language. Originally from the …

Mar 9, 2023 · The Lakota are among the oldest Native American tribes and part of the larger group of Sioux tribes in the Midwest. They have been an integral part of the region for centuries, living off the …

Discover how the Lakota’s spiritual beliefs and ancestral customs shape their culture, preserved at the Aktá Lakota Museum.

Its governmental expression and citizenry may also be understood to be and is often referenced by it’s shortened form, i.e. The LDN Nation, sometimes also referred to as The Lakota or The Lakota Nation …

The Lakota people or the people of Standing Rock are one of the first original Native American tribes who inhabited the North Americas before the arrival of Europeans.

The Lakota were located in and around present-day Minnesota when Europeans began to explore and settle the land in the 1600s. Living on small game, deer, and wild rice, they were surrounded by large …

Known for their rich culture, history, and spiritual traditions, the Lakota people have maintained their identity and practices despite centuries of colonization and adversity. The Lakota were originally …

Jun 11, 2023 · Organized into bands, Lakota society values consensus-based decision-making and upholds the wisdom of their elders. They are renowned for their skilled horsemanship and warrior …