Native_flutterby: For once, the truth is out there for so many to hear. Yes, this dance is a lot older than Maggie's time. And yes, she kept the medicine dress alive and well. In talking to your people I have heard that originally, the jingles were not even made of metal. Did you hear that too?
Nimkiikee_49: You're right. The US and Canadian borders should not make a difference. However, the Anishnabe of Mille Lacs and the Anishnabe of White Fish Bay have two different stories of how this dance began. Both are similar but also distinct.
This is the reason why I am asking the question. Do either of you have a relation who was the little girl of the origin story?
