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A four-day ceremonial journey called Dakota Omani honors Dakota women and men who witnessed and were affected by the 1862 executions during the US-Dakota War, culminating in a memorial event in Mankato that includes reading the names of the women who witnessed the hangings, emphasizing remembrance and cultural healing.
The National Park Service plans to permanently remove the William Penn statue from Welcome Park in Old City, angering Pennsylvania's Republican leadership. The park, built on the site of Penn's home, is set to be redesigned to highlight Native American history, sparking controversy. The decision has drawn criticism for erasing history and promoting a revisionist view, while also reigniting discussions about the representation of historical figures in public spaces.
The National Park Service is seeking public input on plans to revamp Welcome Park in Philadelphia's Old City, which will involve removing the William Penn statue and the Slate Roof House model. The park aims to expand the interpretation of Native American history in Philadelphia and make it more inclusive for visitors, with input from indigenous nations. The public can provide feedback until January 21.
The National Park Service plans to remove a statue of William Penn from a Philadelphia park as part of a rehabilitation project aimed at providing a more inclusive experience for visitors, including expanded interpretation of Native American history. The proposal, developed in collaboration with Native American representatives, has sparked public feedback, with over 500 comments already submitted. Comments can be officially submitted to NPS from Jan. 8 through Jan. 21, and if the proposal moves forward, Welcome Park will retain aspects of its original design while adding new features like a planted buffer and gathering space.
Plans by a ski resort in rural California to install a 20-foot statue of the Virgin Mary have sparked anger among locals who argue that it disrespects the area's Native American history. Critics have called for the resort to keep religion out of skiing and have started an online petition demanding the project be halted. The resort's owners, however, see the statue as a representation of their dedication to family and the beauty of the mountain. The project is expected to be completed next summer.
Members of the Osage Nation, whose history is depicted in the film "Killers of the Flower Moon," have expressed their reactions to the movie. The Osage community was involved in the production process, with over 44 roles filled by Osage actors and the employment of Osage artisans. While some appreciated the attention to detail and the opportunity to tell their story, others had mixed responses to the film's focus on the character of Ernest Burkhart rather than Mollie Burkhart, whose family was targeted in the Osage murders. Overall, the Osage community hopes that the film will inspire younger generations to tell their own history and be proud of their heritage.