Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers
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We are open 9-5pm Tuesday-Sunday

also open by appointment call 605-595-5229 Bud, 605-376-5712 Rona or the store at 507-825-3734

we are closed the following holidays
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New Years Eve & Day - Dec 31 Jan 1
First Day of Spring - March varies
Easter Day - March or April varies
Earth Day - April 22
First Day of Summer - June varies
First Day of Autumn - September varies
Native American day - October 10
Election Day - November varies
Fist Day of Winter - December varies
Christmas Eve & Day
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Boozhoo, SiYo, Hau Koda

Our Mission

The Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers is a non-profit organization in Pipestone, Minnesota, that was formed in 1996 by local Native Americans and tribal leaders to protect and educate the public about the nearby pipestone quarries. 
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Please Help Restore The Historic Rock Island Depot

We need help saving our historic building. Any support is welcome. Please visit our crowd funding website for more information. Thank you, Wado, Miigwech, Pilamaya ye, Muchas gracias, Merci beaucoup, Grazie mille, vielen Dank!

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Pipestone Pipes

American Indians quarry for the red pipestone. These are for many people sacred grounds,  because the pipes are used for prayer. Many believe that the pipe's smoke carries one's prayer to the Great Spirit.
Create your own pipe
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Education & Workshops

We offering presentations on a variety of topics, from American Indian history and Native American storytelling to pipe making and beadwork.
For schools & groups

Culture Camp

You always wanted to live like a Native Indian? Here is your chance. You live in a teepee, learn survival skills and identify plants and many other things...
Meet the native culture

Visit our gift shop in Pipestone

We sell native made pipes, raw stone & supplies, beadwork, books and music and lots more.

We look forward to your visit!
Gift Shop & Gallery

Visit our onlineshop worldwide

The Keepers online store is THE place to find custom-made pipes, beaded jewelry, leather and rawhide items, herbs and teas and much more. See the entire catalog here. We support Native Americans artists.
Online Shop

Pipekeepers in Media

Rona Johnston, pipe carver and artist from Pipestone is to see in a tv story about Southwest Minnesotar Artists. Watch her video between 19:00 - 27:00 min.
http://video.pioneer.org/video/2365719491/

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Pipestone
Our Location
400 N. Hiawatha Ave 
Pipestone, Minnesota 56164

open: Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm

Phone: +1 507 825 3734

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