So, I've been thinking of a way to use this Q&A to break stereotypes because I read SO many of them on here.
I am thinking that everyday I will post a new stereotype and see how many people are suprised to read that it is not true.
Here's the sixth one:
Oh before I write this, can someone please go to my questions and respond to the last one I wrote. I don't want to choose a best answer from the two hater's that responded.
Myth: a pow-wow is a gathering
Commonly used: "let's have a pow-wow and discuss it"
Truth: A Pow-wow is a cultural event in which Native people carry on their tradition and share themselves with others. At a Pow-wow some people dress in traditional regelia and dance, some people sit on a drum and sing, and some people simply observe. Everyone eats and has fun! A Pow-wow is an alcohol and drug free event and is very respected within and outside of the Native community.
2007-02-24 08:04:36 · 5 answers · asked by RedPower Woman 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
Contrary to popular belief a Pow-wow is not simply a social gathering. It is not appropriate slang to use the term Pow-wow in this way. In fact, it is culturally insensitive.
If you are interested in Pow-wow's please attend one yourself. Most of them are free and all are welcoming!!!
2007-02-24 08:05:13 · update #1
To respond to a post:
Sit on a Drum and sing =
The entire drum group is referred to as a Drum. You can hire a Drum, have a host Drum. So sit on a Drum and sing doesn't refer to a drum (musical instrument), it refers to a Drum group.
2007-02-24 08:32:27 · update #2
I have attended the Pow Pow on Shinnecock (sic), Long Island.
And my son attended the big Algonquin Pow Wow with his grandmother and aunt in Canada. They are part Algonquin.
2007-02-24 08:08:20 · answer #1 · answered by FaerieWhings 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So a pow-wow is a gathering LOL That's basically what a gathering is. A group of people that "gather" at a cultural event. I'm not a hater, but I think you might be a little bit too sensitive.
2007-02-24 08:08:12 · answer #2 · answered by OffLiCute 3 · 0⤊ 4⤋
i've been to a pow-wow before and they are very fun. everyone there seems very kind and welcomes everyone. its a great social event
2007-02-24 08:08:43 · answer #3 · answered by L_Bizzy25 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love the public powwows, been going to a few now and then since 2000, and is something that friends are generally eager to join me in going to. : ) The vibe of it all is such a feel good thing, I always hate to leave.
2007-02-24 13:08:47 · answer #4 · answered by Indigo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
why would some people "sit on a drum and sing"
wouldn't it be better to sit on a stool or chair and let someone play the drum?
2007-02-24 08:22:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋