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Photo: Marion Post Wolcott, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
The Crow Fair was created in 1904 by Crow leaders and an Indian government agent to present the Apsáalooke Nation. It welcomes all Native American tribes of the Great Plains to its festivities. It attracts nearly 45,000 spectators and participants. Crow Fair is "the teepee capital of the world", with often over 1,500 teepees. The fair includes a parade each morning at 10AM which features extraordinary traditional dress, rodeo (including related activities), horse racing, and a pow-pow (Crow Dance Celebration) in the evening.
The Crow Fair was created in 1904 by Crow leaders and an Indian government agent to present the Crow Tribe of Montana as culturally distinct and modern peoples, in an entrepreneurial venue. It welcomes all Native American tribes of the Great Plains to its festivities, functioning as a "giant family reunion under the Big Sky." Indeed, it is currently the largest Northern Native American gathering, attracting nearly 45,000 spectators and participants. Crow Fair is "the teepee capital of the world, over 1,500 teepees in a giant campground," according to 2011 Crow Fair General Manager Austin Little Light.
The visitor center is a temporary structure, beside a new building that is expected to open in 2026.
Walk along the graves of about 5,000 American veterans, including women and children from isolated frontier posts, Indian scouts, and Medal of Honor recipients.
Here is where 41 Army soldiers, including Custer, dug in as they were overcome by Indian forces. There are a variety of memorial structures, including the 7th Cavalry Memorial and the Indian Memorial.
Major Marcus Reno's detachment retreated to this hill after attempting to attack an Indian encampment across the river, and were surrounded here until the next day. From this vantage point, you can piece together the early stages of the battle.
Reenactment on a site that was part of the actual battle. The unfolding of the war and the battle is largely told from Native American perspectives, by members of the tribes that participated in the conflict. The show features impressive displays of horseback riding by cavalry reenactors. Arrive early, bleacher seating gets crowded. Prepare for any weather. There's a few food and crafts vendors, but options are limited.