Fond du Lac opens new hall in Sawyer

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will have a public grand opening celebration today, Friday, for its new ceremonial hall, Gimanidoowichigemin Gwaaba’iganing, at 3276 Moorhead Road in Sawyer. The event, which begins at 10:30 a.m., will include tours, a ribbon cutting, and remarks from drumkeepers, leaders from the Fond du Lac Band’s Reservation Business Committee and community members.

The Fond du Lac Band said the new hall marks a “significant milestone” with dedicated space for the ceremonial big drum and a sanctuary for wellness and healing. “This facility embodies the Band’s commitment to preserving and nurturing its cultural traditions and offers a place for the entire community to gather and honor their shared heritage and teachings,” said Caleb Dunlap, the Band’s communications director.