Kiowa Gourd Dance Society history and traditions

Kiowa Gourd Dancer

A Kiowa gentleman explains about how the Kiowa Gourd Dance Society began, who is allowed to join this society, and the Kiowa Gourd Dance Society traditions. Kiowa Gourd Dance Society history and traditions »»

The Kiowa Gourd Dance was once part of the Sun Dance

Kiowa gourd dancers

Inspired both by legend and history, the gourd dance ceremony is an essential part of the Kiowa people.

The first thing to know about the gourd dance is that unless you’re Kiowa, you probably haven’t seen it—even if you think you have. The Kiowa Gourd Dance was once part of the Sun Dance »»