Gathering of Nations Powwow dates have been confirmed

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.

Dates have been confirmed for the 1987 Gathering of Nations Powwow and Miss Indian World contest to be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the University of New Mexico arena (The "Pit") April 17 and 18, 1987.

Again it is expected to be the largest Indian gathering of its type in North America. Over 1,200 dancers from the United States and Canada will be competing for more than $28,000 in prize money.

Mike Singletary of the Chicago Bears has been invited to participate as a judge for the Miss Indian World contest. The Miss Indian World is the most prestigious crown throughout Indian country.

The Indian Arts and Crafts Market will be held inside the "Pit" also. In just two years, the Indian Arts and Crafts Market has grown to be the world's largest.

The schedule of events begins April 16, at 12 noon, with dancer registration. A rock and roll dance will be held that evening at the Upper Klass Lounge, on University and Stadium Blvd., from 7:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.

The Powwow will begin April 17 at 1:00 p.m. and continue through Saturday evening with the crowning of Miss Indian World. On Saturday, April 18, a 5k, 10k run, and a 1 mile walk will begin outside the "Pit," sponsored by the Al Waquie Runners.

Over 35,000 Indian and non-Indian people will converge on Albuquerque to participate in the "gathering."

Those wishing more information may write to: Gathering of Nations, P.O. Box 75102, Sta. 14, Albuquerque, N.M., 87194, or phone (506) 831-1820.