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Sun Dances

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Sun Dances are important religious ceremonies practiced by various Native American tribes. These ceremonies involve fasting, dancing, and other rituals as a way to seek spiritual guidance and renewal.

AP course connection

Topic 5.1: 5.1 Interactions Within and Across Cultures in Indigenous American Art

Unit 5

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