University of Iowa American Indian Student Association 19th Annual Powwow

Laila Villa, 8, of Tama, has her hair braided by her Great Grandmother Lorraine Keahna of Tama prior to her performance Saturday afternoon in Iowa City. The powwow was held at the UI Recreation Building, and served as a gathering and celebration of American Indian culture. The powwow was organized by the American Indian Student Association, and is now in its 19th year. (Justin Torner/Freelance)