South Dakota and Other States That Recognize Native American DaySouth Dakota and Other States That Recognize Native American DayWhile many states observe Columbus Day not as many states recognize a variation of Native American Day.Ben DavisBen Davis
More Communities Hope to Join South Dakota, Recognize Indigenous Peoples DayMore Communities Hope to Join South Dakota, Recognize Indigenous Peoples DayMore and more communities hope to ditch Columbus Day and join South Dakota by recognizing the Native American population. Kelly NybergKelly Nyberg
South Dakota Celebrates Native American DaySouth Dakota Celebrates Native American DayThe state Legislature in 1989 approved the change proposed by then-Gov. George Mickelson. South Dakota is the only state that celebrates Native American Day on Columbus Day.Associated PressAssociated Press