The Northern Plains Tribal Arts festival in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, won't be held this year, to the disappointment of Native artists.

American Indian Services, sponsor of the festival, decided not to hold it this year. Board members say it was taking too much time away from the group's goal of supporting social programs for tribal members.

The festival is expected to return next year. It is considered the premier show for artist from the 33 tribes in the Northern Plains.

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After 16 years, Tribal Arts festival canceled (The Sioux Falls Argus Leader 3/18)
Northern Plains Tribal Arts Show canceled (The Rapid City Journal 3/18)