A Range of Native Voices

Travis Erikson and Ray Derby, two members of the Native community in Pipestone, reflect on their town and share their personal opinions on the proper use of pipestone and pipes. It is important to remember that debates about the proper boundaries between tradition and authorized innovation on tradition characterize every religious tradition, and these are only two voices from the community. As such they may not represent the full spectrum of Native, or even Dakota viewpoints, nor do they necessarily represent different "sides" of the conflict over proper pipestone usage.

It is important to remember that debates about the proper boundaries between tradition and authorized innovation on tradition characterize every religious tradition, and these are only two voices from the community.