National Park Service News Advisory: 1864 Treaty of Fort Laramie 150th coming April 28


U.S. Department of the Interior
U.S. Department of the Interior

Syndication

April 6, 2018

Fort Laramie National Historic Site

WHAT: “Honoring the Spirit” ceremonies and programs commemoratingthe 150th anniversary of the 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie

WHEN: April 28, 2018 – schedule is subject to change but can be viewedat this link: www.nps.gov/fola/planyourvisit/calendar.htm

WHERE: Fort Laramie National Historic Site, Fort Laramie, WY

WHO: Representatives from the park’s Traditionally Associated NativeAmerican Tribes will attend, as will government representatives,National Park Service officials and others to discuss this landmarktreaty and its impacts on tribes and American history. Thousandsof attendees are expected to be present.

Information is subject to change. More event details to come.

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