About the THPO
The THPO was established in 2007 through a Memorandum of Agreement with the National Park Service to undertake the compliance and regulatory functions associated with Section 106 of National Historic Preservation Act. The Tribal Historical Preservation Office (THPO) is the individual tasked with the duty to carry forth LSIC’s THPO program.
What the THPO does
- The THPO will complete annual directives with regard to the evaluation, nomination and protection of properties eligible for inclusion to the National Register of Historic Places. Not only those resources listed on the National Register, but also those eligible or possibly eligible are to be considered. 36 CFR Part 800 is the implementing regulation for Section 106, and will be referred to and adhered by the THPO during all steps in this process.
- Implement some or all of the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) responsibilities with respect to tribal land.
- Coordinate with tribal departments and program to ensure the preservation and protection of cultural and physical artifacts and resources directly associated with the people of Lower Sioux.
- Charged with identifying and protecting historic properties and burial sites.
- Provides a voice for the tribe on their cultural, sacred, burial sites within the boundaries of the reservation.
Tribal Historical Preservation Office Contacts
Alice Cournoyer
Tribal Tourism Coordinator
507-697-8704
John Robertson
Site Manager
507-697-8674
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