The Honolulu Intertribal Powwow marked its 50th year at Magic Island, a milestone for Native and Indigenous communities in Hawaii.

• Dancers described the drums and dancing as a source of peace and comfort.
• Younger members are taking over the work of keeping the tradition alive.
• The gathering carries weight because there was a time Native people were barred from dancing or speaking their languages.
• Organizers stressed the event is open to everyone, whether or not you are Native or a dancer.
• More than 500 tribes exist across the United States, and the Honolulu gathering represents only a small slice of them.

Outlook: Organizers plan to keep passing the tradition to younger generations, with the powwow expected to return next year.