What are the opening hours?

Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm Saturday 9am - 4:30pm

Hoċokata Ṫi - Cultural Center and Public Exhibit

Home
United States
Shakopee, MN
Hoċokata Ṫi - Cultural Center and Public Exhibit

Learn more about Dakota culture in our public exhibit, “Mdewakanton: Dwellers of Spirit Lake”. Owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community.

Hoċokata Ṫi is the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s (SMSC) cultural center and gathering space that will be used to interpret and encourage traditional Mdewakanton Dakota cultural heritage, language, and history by sustaining this inherent knowledge for SMSC Members through exhibitions, preservation, and education.

05/08/2026

Hau, mitakuyepi! Aŋpetu wak̇aŋ núŋpag hehan oyate kawitaya hihuŋnipi, iyokpiya Dak̇od uŋkiyapi. Héuŋ nína iyouŋkiṗipi ka ċaŋwaṡteya uŋk’upi do. Átaya páŋġeca! Nína wóṗida ṫáŋka uŋkiyapi do. Dak̇ota uŋkiyapi ċa bdiheduŋkic’iyapi. Dak̇od uŋkipiya ċa owas ohiya uŋk’upi do. Tuweg owas hípi kiŋ wóṗida ṫáŋka eċiciyapi do.

"Hello, my relatives! A few weeks ago, the people gathered, and we spoke in our Dakota language. We were very happy for this to happen. This year, there were 51 teams that attended. We were so surprised and thankful! When we speak Dakota, we strengthen ourselves. When we speak Dakota, we all are winners. To everyone that came, we thank you very much."

04/30/2026

Please join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community virtually this afternoon, April 30, at 1pm as we share our culture, song, and dance at the 2026 Young Native Pride! Young Native Pride’s focus is to engage Community Youth in Native American traditions, values, and stories and empower them to share their culture through the art of song and dance.

The hour-long performance begins at 1pm. Watch here: bit.ly/3OO6Wms

04/24/2026

The fourth annual SMSC Dak̇ota Iapi Akiċiyapi (Dakota Language Bowl) is underway! Watch participants of all ages and skill levels showcase their knowledge and celebrate our language on the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community YouTube channel.

🔗 bit.ly/48nhOhE

04/15/2026

Join the Hoċokata Ṫi team as our Visitor Services Coordinator! Be the friendly face that welcomes guests and sets the tone for an unforgettable experience. In this role, you will support tour check-ins, answer questions with grace, and engage with people of all ages and cultures. We’re looking for someone who is dependable, collaborative, and a confident communicator who thrives in a people-centered environment. Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and more. Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/4dV5hFT

04/01/2026

Get ready for the 4th annual SMSC Dak̇ota Iapi Akiċiyapi (Dak̇ota Language Bowl) on April 24! Teams that sign up by Friday, April 10 are guaranteed to receive a FREE T-shirt. Same-day registration is also accepted. Learn more, view study guides, and register now: bit.ly/4dgQgOf

03/16/2026

We are excited to announce the 4th annual SMSC Dak̇ota Iapi Akiċiyapi (Dak̇ota Language Bowl) will be held on April 24. Come join us for an exciting day filled with language and fun. Get your 3-person team ready to compete in one of five categories based on your skill level. Dak̇ota uŋkiapi ċa wauŋṡ’akapi. (We are strong when we speak Dak̇ota.) More details to come!

02/26/2026

Hoċokata Ṫi will be closed for the remainder of the week. All programs and tours are cancelled. Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday, March 4. Thank you for your understanding.

01/30/2026

Hoċokata Ṫi will be closed starting at 3pm today, January 30, through Saturday, January 31.

In addition, the special "Why We Serve" event featuring guest speaker Russell Hawkins—originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 4—has been postponed. Any updates will be shared as additional information becomes available.

Regular exhibit and gift shop hours will resume as scheduled on Wednesday, February 4. We appreciate your understanding.

01/09/2026

Our 2026 Dakota Moon Calendar is available for free at the front desk! Visit Hoċokata Ṫi Wednesday-Saturday from 9am-4:30pm to pick up a copy. View the digital version with Dakota language audio: bit.ly/4qJ8Qlt

01/06/2026

We are proud to share that beginning Wednesday, January 7, Hoċokata Ṫi will host the traveling exhibit, “Why We Serve: Native Americans in the United States Armed Forces,” through April 4, 2026. It will be free to attend, and active military members and veterans will also receive free admission to the Mdewakanton: Dwellers of the Spirit Lake public exhibit during the “Why We Serve” exhibit’s run. Produced by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, the exhibit tells personal stories of Native Americans who have served in the U.S. armed forces and brings long overdue recognition to those who have served their country selflessly and with honor for more than 250 years. In conjunction with the exhibit, Hoċokata Ṫi will also honor veterans of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and other Dakota tribes. Learn more: bit.ly/4jr4eOx

Address

2300 Tiwahe Circle
Shakopee, MN
55379

Opening Hours

Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19522339151

Website

https://www.hocokatati.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Hoċokata Ṫi - Cultural Center and Public Exhibit posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Want your museum to be the top-listed Museum in Shakopee?