Kaw Nation
also known as "Kaw"
Kaw Nation (People of the Southwind)
“The Kaw Nation derived its name from the Siouan aca, ‘south wind,’ a reference to the tribe’s role in war ceremonials, using the power of the wind when recognizing warriors. Among the many variations of the name given by French traders and other Europeans were ‘Kanza’ or ‘Kansa.’ By the mid-18th century, the ‘Wind People’ were the predominant tribe in what became the state to which they gave their name (Kansas). Their territory extended over most of present-day northern and eastern Kansas, with hunting grounds extending far to the west.” (Source: tribal website)
Kaw Nation Celebrates Major Step in Return to Kansas 2:23 Official 2014
After more than 140 years, the Indians of the Kaw Nation are dancing again in their homeland of Kansas. The tribe held ritual dances Saturday south of Council Grove.
Kaw nation's ties to Kansas – KSNT News 3:47 Official 2014
Kaw Nation reclaims prayer rock exhibited for nearly 100 years in honor of white settlers 2023 "Twenty-four ton quartzite boulder headed to memorial park in Council Grove.”