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North Dakota Indian Education Summit Set For July In Bismarck

Educators and community leaders will gather July 28-29 at the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck for the 12th annual summit focused on Indian education.

Buffalo's Fire Staff

Buffalo's Fire Staff

April 8, 2026
North Dakota Indian Education Summit set for July in Bismarck

The 12th annual North Dakota Indian Education Summit is scheduled for July 28 and 29, 2026, at the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck, according to event organizers. The summit brings together educators, leaders and community members to focus on Indian education across the state.

The event is hosted in Bismarck and is expected to continue its annual gathering focused on education and Indigenous communities in North Dakota, according to the announcement.

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