When visiting these events and public places such as museums, churches, and tribal facilities, it is important that guests show respect and courtesy. Some cultural and religious ceremonies require special permission to attend or, in some cases, may not allow visitors at all. In some tribes a host family will extend a personal invitation to visitors and inform them of the correct protocol. All the tribes hold their religion and traditions in high regard. Powwows are social gatherings featuring generations-old drumming and dancing, and traditional dress and food.
Visitors are welcome at powwows.
Participants should bring lawn chairs or blankets, since seating is limited at most powwows. It should always by kept in mind that the dance area is sacred. All events and points of interest in this brochure are open to the public. When unsure if guests are allowed at other events or places on Montana Indian reservations, visitors should contact tribal offices. Flash photography is not allowed during contests, and it is polite to ask dancers and singers before taking pictures.