Partnerships through Reconciliation

This project is a true partnership between the Prairie Island Indian Community, Goodhue County, the City of Red Wing, and Red Wing Arts, each playing a crucial role in its success. This partnership ensures that decisions are made collectively, reflecting the needs and aspirations of the Dakota Oyate and our community.

We ensure that all partners have an equal stake in the project’s success. Our cultural events and planning committees include representatives from Prairie Island Indian Community, Red Wing Arts, local government, and other community organizations, ensuring diverse input and shared responsibility. We pursue innovative solutions with our partners that leverage each organization's unique strengths and influence each partner's approach to systems affecting their community.   

We maximize the use of existing resources and assets creatively to address community problems. When developing cultural events, we utilize local venues, volunteer networks, and community talents, enhancing community involvement. 

prairie island indian community

Honoring and celebrating the history of the Dakota people and Red Wing through culture.

red wing arts

Connecting and celebrating through art. And utilizing the organizational skills to facilitate and activate meaningful programming.

city of red wing

Building on the City of Red Wing’s recent agreement with the Prairie Island Indian Community that states: “We will cooperate, to the extent feasible, in encouraging economic development opportunities and pursuing projects for the protection of natural and cultural resources within the geographic boundaries of the city.”

Goodhue county health and human services

Addressing the social determinants of health and healing of historical trauma. Strengthening connections to build a more resilient community.