Charlie Blueback joins other dancers in the grand entry to start the powwow. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
Dancers join together for the grand entry which marks the beginning of the powwow. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
David Cyrus from Pueblo, CO competes in the junior boys traditional dance event. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
Nick Ohitika Najin, left, of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe in South Dakota, finishes preparation for competition in the men's adult division of dance. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
The grand entry marks the beginning of the powwow as the dancers and color guard lead the way. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
The Native American Women Warriors color guard members lead the way during the grand entry. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
Men gather around one of several drums to keep the beat and sing during the grand entry and throughout the competition. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
Dancers join together for the grand entry, which marks the start of the powwow. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
The crowds gather to watch the junior girls division compete. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
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Charlie Blueback joins other dancers in the grand entry to start the powwow. (Kathryn Scott, Special to The Denver Post)
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The Denver Art Museum hosts the 30th Annual Friendship Powwow and American Indian Cultural Celebration on Sept. 7, 2019 in Denver. The celebration includes dancers, drum groups, artist booths and more.












