Grass dance

Sources attribute possible origins to the Omaha, Pawnee, Anishnabe people, Ponca, Dakota, or Winnebago tribes.

While the specific tribe of origin is unknown, it is generally accepted as a Northern Plains dance that was used by warrior societies.

One dance steps typical of this involves one foot being firmly planted on the ground while the rest of the body moves around it.

A fully or partially beaded set consists of an "H-Harness" (two long suspenders that hang to below the knees and a belt), cuffs, headband, and side tabs.

Grass dancers normally carry feather fans, mirror board, scarves, dream catchers, hoops, or dance sticks.

Grass dancers at the 2007 National Pow Wow
Grass dancer at the 2005 National Pow Wow.