The rich history and heritage of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Island communities are woven into the fabric of all national parks. Year-round, and particularly in November for Native American Heritage Month, the National Park Trust honors the vibrant traditions, languages, and contributions of Indigenous people. The grounds of Pipestone National Monument have been an important cultural and spiritual site for many American Indian cultures for a very long time. #DidYouKnow the Monument is officially affiliated with 23 Tribal nations! Each culture has its traditions, protocols, and stories related to the pipe, the quarries, and the pipestone itself. Indigenous people from across the country keep ancient quarrying traditions alive to this day. #IndigenousHeritageMonth #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #Pipestone #Minnesota #NationalMonument 📸: NationalParkService Image: Individuals quarrying pipestone