Hoċokata Ṫi

Very informative!!! There is so much to see and learn and the tour guide is very knowledgeable!! I knew some of the bad stuff our government did to Native Indians, but not to this degree. I am so sorry!!

What an amazingly impactful museum! Kudos to whoever made that happen. I'm sure it was more than one person. It was beautifully done and you all should be so proud of your history. You've survived so much and continue to thrive. I felt so welcomed and honored to be there. Can't wait to go back!

This is a very informational museum with some really neat displays of the Dakota people's history. My favorite was the creation story video.

A really high quality guided exhibit telling the stories and culture of the Dakota people through present day. Small but well done multimedia exhibit. Nice gift shop. Highly recommend a visit.

It was the best time I've ever had at a museum by far. Theresa's a Pow Wow, vendors, food, the artifacts, and the facts about the Native People who lived here long before colonization. It was awesome!!!

Awesome excursion into the life of Indians during the time of segregations and humiliation.

I visited Hocokata Ti today with my parents (84 and 86) and my husband (56). We had a wonderful guide and cultural interpreter, Cherish, and we learned so much. All of the things you were not taught in school, that happened not only in our backyards, but in our front yards (get the tour), revealed. I will go back soon! They have a community gathering early in February that is inclusive, so we’ll go then as well!

Our work team took a trip to this beautiful and informative museum about indigenous nations’ past, present, and future in our state of Mni Sota Makoce. I loved the bold truth telling, the design of the immersive experiences, and the interactive learning about the many ways the Mdewakanton have resisted, survived, and thrived only to continue generously contributing to our society’s wellbeing. My favorite parts were sitting in the tipi listening to recorded stories, learning the pronunciation of place names, and the gift shop that is packed with a gorgeous selection of indigenous artistry.

Went to a holiday craft fair here. What a beautiful facility! We felt welcome and the event was well-organized and well-executed.

A course I took included a guided trip through the exhibit here, and I'm so glad it did. It's beautifully built and absolutely worth the time. Our guide was great, very engaging and knowledgeable; her contributions added a lot to an already incredible place, and I was grateful for her time and expertise.

We had the privilege of visiting Hoċokata Ti, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s (SMSC) cultural center in Shakopee, MN, while attending our family reunion in Minneapolis. It was an easy drive, about 30 minutes or so from the Mall of Americas area.

The Center is architecturally stunning! As you drive up the road to the center you are captivated by several massive tepee structures situated behind the Center. We were later informed that they are ceremonial building not open to the public, but you can appreciate how awe-inspiring they are from a balcony view inside the center.

The staff who greet you are super friendly and helpful, making sure your visit is enjoyable. Our tour, which cost only $8 for adults, started with a short, beautifully narrated film projected in a circular room with a simulated sky component that was enchanting as well as educational. The museum exhibits are well-done and incorporate some interactive elements. There is enough to appeal to all ages and it is easy to navigate. We spent about a little over an hour in the museum.

After the film and tour of the museum, we spent quite a bit of additional time in the gift shop, which features a wide variety of Native-made art, jewelry, books, music, craft items, and foods. I’m a foodie, so I took home a pound of hand-harvested wild rice and enjoyed sampling a unique bag of cactus chips, that were surprisingly tasty to everyone. Upon exiting the center, staff provided coloring books and crayons for the kids, which was a nice touch.

Personally, I don’t know how anyone can visit the area and overlook visiting a site which showcases the indigenousness people and their culture. It should be visibly promoted on state and local tourism sites and shared with hotel guests looking for recommended excursions in visiting the Twin Cities. I had to be intentional, doing a google search, to find anything on Native-American cultural sites and experiences in the area. My recommendation: Don’t overlook Hoċokata Ti during your visit to Minneapolis and St. Paul. It is so worthwhile and stimulating.

This is a little gem. Everyone should come and visit this beautiful place. To contemplate and reflect on the whole history of the United States. Very well made and narrated.

I attended the Art and Craft Fair with my mom and Nana. There were so many wonderful and talents artists there! And the food served was phenomenal! Such great frybread!

Always the best. If you want to learn about the native culture. Take the time to go there

Great place to visit. Lots of information. Family friends and nice staff.

Gorgeous place! Went for their craft fair and always a delight to go.

This was a very nice event! A lot of stuff. I definitely would come back tomorrow.

This was an experience of the true history of the Dakota people over centuries in Mni Sota. I highly recommend it for everyone!

I learned things. It was helpful. It also reminded me of history that is hard to remember. I will bring other people in the future.

I would recommend everyone go here and see the beautiful display of culture!