MN raises flags of all 11 tribal nations at Capitol for first time

MN raises flags of all 11 tribal nations at Capitol for first time

“Dakota flags are flying over Dakota land,” Walz told the gathering, after prayers and drum circles as the flags rose, one by one, over the Capitol grounds.

Tribal nations’ flags raised in historic moment at Minnesota State Capitol

Flags of the 11 federally recognized tribes in the state were raised for the first time Friday morning at the new Tribal Flag Plaza. Some tribal leaders say the plaza will serve as a reminder that tribes have been here long before the state.

Flags of MN's 11 Tribes Raised at State Capitol in New Plaza

For the first time in Minnesota state history, all 11 sovereign tribal nations that share land with Minnesota will have their flags permanently on display at the State Capitol.