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This easy road trip from Houston blends modern luxury with generations of tradition

One of the largest Native American powwows in North America is returning to Coushatta Casino Resort, and behind the celebration is a rich history that spans generations. Houston Life’s Melanie Camp spoke with Raynella Fontenot, Tribal Archivist for the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, to learn more about the traditions, culture and significance of the annual powwow. From dance and music to community and heritage, discover why this event remains such an important cultural gathering and why visitors from across the country travel to experience it.