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A Gift of Corn to the Choctaw

Choctaw traditions link their mounds with their ancestors, corn, and the sky.

Across the eastern United States and Canada there are over 10,000 sacred mounds. Choctaw traditions link their mounds with their ancestors, corn, and the sky. One story tells of two hunters who feed a poor woman. She turns out to have magical powers and rewards the hunters and their people with corn.

AIR DATE 8/15/18

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About TPT Honors Native Cultures

Twin Cities PBS is committed to showcasing important, inspiring programs and hosting a series of multifaceted events that honor native cultures. Throughout October and November, TPT will air the PBS Series Native America (premieres October 23) in addition to original productions that share stories of Native Americans in Minnesota. This collection of programs and events gives everyone the opportunity to learn more about themselves, their neighbors and their world.

Broadcast Dates

#129 - Out North - Part 1 |
Sunday, Jun 29 at 3pm TPT 2
#130 - Out North - Part 2 |
Sunday, Jun 29 at 4pm TPT 2
#0 - First Speakers: Restoring the Ojibwe Language |
Monday, Jun 30 at 4:02am TPT MN
#0 - First Speakers: Restoring the Ojibwe Language |
Monday, Jun 30 at 10:02am TPT MN
#312 - Lost Twin Cities I |
Monday, Jun 30 at 3pm TPT 2

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