Crow Fair Photo Essay (49 images)
Often called "the teepee capitol of the World" Crow Fair is an annual gathering of native peoples sponsored by the Apsaalooke (Crow) Nation. A giant family reunion the event features a parade, rodeo and powwoww. Held in Crow Agency Montana during the third Saturday in August
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Riders gather await their turn as the morning...
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A young contestant arrives in style to join...
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A country and western singer entertains the...
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A chair saves a spot for the owner in the dance...
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A Navajo Code Talker is the honored guest and...
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A Navajo Code Talker holds a sacred staff as he...
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A veteran displaying the MIA flag exits the...
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The color guard exits the dance arbor at the...
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A father and daughter are all smiles as she...
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A youngster blows entertains herself between...
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A family shares a young dancers winning prize.
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A father and daughter are all smiles as she...
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Generations of Crow men dance to honor a family...
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Detail of a dancers bead work that adorns her...
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Artificial elk teeth line a dancers regalia.
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A judges makes an entry as she watches the...
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Detail of a dancers bead work that adorns her...
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A flag bearer greets a Crow Elder during the...
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Female Shawl dancers enter the dance arena.
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Native American color guard.