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Jewel Cave NM to Host Native American Heritage Day

Three people stand at the front of a room with a seating audience watching.
Hoop dancer Jasmine Bell and her family performing at the 2024 Native American Heritage Day at Jewel Cave NM.

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News Release Date: October 21, 2026

Jewel Cave National Monument invites the public to a free Native American Heritage Day event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the monument’s visitor center. The event will feature music, dance and storytelling in recognition of Native American Heritage Month.

Performers include hoop dancer Jasmine Bell, singer Sequoia Crosswhite, traditional Native American flute player and storyteller Darren Thompson, jingle dress dancer Jessie Recontre, and storyteller and Lakota Elder Mike Lammers.

“Jewel Cave National Monument appreciates the Native American performers and storytellers participating in this event and sharing their heritage,” said Acting Superintendent Neil Heller. “We also want to thank the Jewel Cave National Monument Cooperating Association, the Black Hills Parks and Forests Association, for their support.”

The event is free.  Separate tickets are required for cave tours, and advance reservations are recommended.

Food options at the monument are limited. Visitors planning to attend for the full day are encouraged to bring their own lunch and use the picnic tables located near the parking area.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

11149 U.S. Hwy. 16
Building B12
Custer, SD 57730

Phone:

605 673-8300
The main phone line connects visitors with staff at the visitor center. Throughout the year, the phone line is monitored by staff on a daily basis, excluding holidays and days with limited visitor services. Please be advised that after-hours messages are not taken on the system; visitors are encouraged to call the visitor center during normal operations and speak with a park ranger for assistance.

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