
Bdote: A Birthing Island
November 23 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
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“You Are Here” is a public history series about stories of people, place, and the past. “Bdote: A Birthing Island” is a episode that traces the Dakota people’s profound connection to Bdote, where the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers meet. Through the lens of Dakota oral histories and the journeys of women like Ramona’s great-great-grandmother, Pazahiyayewin, this episode delves into the cultural and sacred significance of Bdote, showcasing the resiliency of Dakota people through generations.