Author Archives: Tracey

About Tracey

An art lover with a knack for the web, Tracey is our all purpose content strategist. She grew up in South Dakota, holds a BFA from Minnesota State University, Mankato and an MFA from the University of Delaware. She's thrilled to be back in her home state working with local artists, learning about the beautiful intricacies of the Native American culture, and writing about amazing art.

Small Business Saturday

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Tracey

Tweet Celebrate and support small business! Saturday, November 24, 2012 – the day between Black Friday and Cyber Monday – marks Small Business Saturday®. This day is dedicated to recognizing our local businesses and applauding them for all they do … Continue reading →

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2012 Lakota Dakota Nakota Language Summit

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Tracey

Tweet Hosted by Tusweca Tiospaye of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, the 2012 Lakota Dakota Nakota Language Summit celebrates their 5th annual convention. The Summit will be held November 15 – 17 at the Ramkota Hotel, here in Rapid City, … Continue reading →

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Call to artists!

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Tracey

Tweet Our Prairie Edge Fine Art Gallery is taking artwork submissions! We are working with a business who wishes to purchase a considerable amount of art. Desired Themes Northern Plains Native American and Black Hills/South Dakota or surrounding area.

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Beading How To: Crow Stitch

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Tracey

Tweet Good Morning, everybody! Here we are in the Black Hills on this beautiful October day. I’m Michael from the Sioux Trading Post and I’m going to show you how to do another beadwork stitch called the Crow Stitch.

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What Native American Day Means to Me: Honor

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Tracey

Tweet Rose discusses the significance of Native American Day with another member of our team, Frank Night Pipe. [Rose] Do you remember when the state of South Dakota switched it from Columbus Day to Native American Day? [Frank] Yes, yes … Continue reading →

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