Lakota Art and History Journey

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Highlights

  • Red Shirt Table Overlook

  • Red Cloud Heritage Center

  • Personal Home of Ledger Artist Evans Flammond

  • Singing Horse Trading Post

  • Wounded Knee Massacre Site

  • Red Shirt Table Overlook

  • Red Cloud Heritage Center

  • Personal Home of Ledger Artist Evans Flammond

  • Singing Horse Trading Post

  • Wounded Knee Massacre Site

Summary

My XO Adventures and those involved in creating this tour are honored to welcome you to the Pine Ridge Reservation. This area is often overlooked by those coming to the Black Hills and Badlands. We aim to connect you directly with local artists, storytellers, and exhibits that tell the story of the Lakota People. The benefits of this tour are for all involved. You'll receive a greater understanding of Lakota history, a direct connection to outstanding and sacred art, and the ability to impact the residents of Pine Ridge positively. 

Tour info

Duration
8 hours - 10 hours
Group Size
45
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Your tour of Pine Ridge Reservation is designed to encourage and promote local artists and entrepreneurs. A major obstacle for local artists is getting their products to market. We hope you find the right work of art. Each piece speaks to us differently! When buying from the artist direct, you help raise the standard of living, promote economic development, and receive a greater understanding of Lakota Culture.

My XO Adventures is licensed and permitted to operate on Pine Ridge Reservation. We take this privilege seriously and will strive to find more ways to benefit artists, businesses, and residents of Pine Ridge. 

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What’s included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Admissions to all Locations

  • Snacks

  • Includes Native American Inspired Lunch

  • Photography Taken by the Guide

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Admissions to all Locations

  • Snacks

  • Includes Native American Inspired Lunch

  • Photography Taken by the Guide

  • Gratuities

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you go

  • This is an authentic, and sometimes raw experience.

  • Photography of Sacred Sites or Prayer Bundles is not allowed

  • This is a one-of-a-kind experience

  • Proper footwear is required, no open toed shoes or flip flops.

Covid Policy

  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

The tour is private, so only you and your travelers will be in the vehicle at any time. Between tours, the vehicles are cleaned thoroughly. You're safe and sound with us!

Cancellation Policy

    Due to the nature of this tour, and the people involved, a refund of 50% is provided if canceled 7 days or more before the start of the tour. If under seven days, there is no refund.

Redemption information

    Simply present your ticket to the driver!
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

My XO Adventures was created with the curious and adventuresome in mind. Daniel Milks is the owner and has spent most of his travel experience abroad, recently relocating to the Black Hills of South Dakota. We focus on wildlife, history, culture, ecology, and geology. 
Your reasons for choosing Southwest South Dakota could vary - but we're willing to bet Mount Rushmore brought you here. While Mount Rushmore is a marvel of engineering, it is only a tiny part of the story.

We feel privileged to be your host and are excited to reveal a greater understanding of not only the monuments and memorials but also the people and places of this land.
It has been a pleasure, joy, and continuous journey to explore and understand the Black Hills, Badlands, Greater South Dakota, and the Indigenous people that inhabit this part of the world. We feel it is essential to acknowledge the Lakota people and our closest neighbors, the Oglala Lakota. Their contribution as caretakers, storytellers, protectors, and beauty cannot be understated. 

You'll find out quickly that our tours are conducted by guides passionate about the Black Hills. Our guiding services are fun, casual, informative, light-hearted, and fascinating. We've been honored with the Great Place Award for 2021 & 2022. Thank you, South Dakota Tourism Industry, for recognizing our genuine efforts to think big and make a long-lasting positive mark on our community. 

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