Michelle Reed: Talented Tribal Artist, Dancer, and Entrepreneur.

Join Paul LaRoche on this week's episode of Hidden Heritage as he travels to the Lac de Flambeau Reservation in northern Wisconsin to interview Michelle Reed, a talented tribal artist, dancer, and entrepreneur. Michelle discusses her journey of mastering traditional beadwork, sewing, and dance. Learn about the significance of powwows and the evolution of Native American cultural practices. Explore the challenges Michelle faced growing up in an all-white school and the positive changes she sees today for her children. Discover the efforts made by her dance company to educate and inspire both Native and non-Native youth. Experience the vibrant cultural traditions at the Waswagening Living Arts and Culture Center, where Michelle and her family continue to keep their heritage alive through dance and community events. Don't miss this heartfelt episode that celebrates the beauty and resilience of Native American culture.