Thunder in the Dells

The early 1990s documentary Thunder in the Dells focuses on the history of the Ho-Chunk people and their connection to the Wisconsin Dells area. A screening of the film will be followed by a discussion featuring Lance Tallmadge (co-producer of the film), Janice Rice (Ho-Chunk historian), and Lisa Henrickson (great-granddaughter of 19th century Dells area photographer H.H. Bennett). The screening and discussion is part of Madison Public Library’s series “Teejop and Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations,” with programs continuing through mid-December; find the full schedule at madisonpubliclibrary.org.

media release: Lance Tallmadge's documentary film "Thunder in the Dells" will bring to life the local history and the deep connection between the Ho-Chunk people and their homelands in Wisconsin. After the film, a panel composed of Janice Rice (Ho-Chunk historian and performer at Stand Rock Indian Ceremonial), Lisa Henrickson (great granddaughter of pioneer photographer H.H. Bennett) and Lance Tallmadge (Ho-Chunk cultural arts presenter) will share their cultural connection to the Dells and its formative years as a tourism destination.

Part of the Teejop and Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations series in partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison. Visit madpl.org/teejopandbeyond for more info.