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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 |
Monday, Jun 16 at 3pm TPT 2
#502 - Josie Johnson: Hope in the Struggle |
Thursday, Jun 19 at 3am TPT MN
#502 - Josie Johnson: Hope in the Struggle |
Thursday, Jun 19 at 9am TPT MN
#502 - Josie Johnson: Hope in the Struggle |
Thursday, Jun 19 at 3pm TPT MN
#502 - Josie Johnson: Hope in the Struggle |
Thursday, Jun 19 at 9pm TPT MN

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