One of the most recognizable element of Native expression is the Pow-wow. But very few people outside of the culture understand it. They do not understand the significance of the songs & the dance behind Pow-wow; they do not understand the rites & ceremonies contained within a Pow-wow. They do not understand the meaniong of the clans, or why Indian people dance. Here, we explore the true meaning, beyond the feathers & beads. Culture lives within the people; it is expressed through those who practice & participate in these celebrations. Episode 9: The Grand Exhibition As Pow-wow has evolved, so too has the entertainment on the grandest scale. Schemitzun. Connecticut attracts the largest crowds, & the best dancers. We travel to the land of the Pequots, a tribe attempting to recapture its heritage through dollars generated through their casino. They pull out all the stops to run a multi-million dollar Pow-wow. As it was told in the original legend of the Big Drum, the.. .