American Indian History and Research from an Author's View

Donovin Sprague (Minnicoujou Lakota) is a historian, lecturer, artisan, musician, and author. He was born and raised on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in Dupree, SD. Donovin has written 10 books and authored several articles for publication. He currently imparts his knowledge as a history lecturer at Sheridan College in Wyoming. He now lives in both Rapid City, SD, and Sheridan, WY.

Donovin earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree from the University of South Dakota and completed an additional 15 graduate semester hours. His professional journey has taken him through various academic institutions, including the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, University of Northern Iowa, Black Hills State University, and Oglala Lakota College. In addition to his role as an archivist for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, he has also worked for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and the Citizen Potawatomi Tribe in Shawnee, OK.

Donovin's expertise has led him to present his work in numerous locations across the United States, Canada, and Europe. He frequently shares his insights at prestigious venues, including major universities, cultural centers, museums, and conferences organized by historical organizations. In recognition of his contributions to history, he was awarded the 2015 Ziebach County Historian of the Year Award by the Ziebach County Historical Society and the Distinguished Scholar Award from the South Dakota Humanities Council and the South Dakota West River History Conference Award in 2018. He is a nationally renowned public historian and educator who has traveled the world to share his knowledge.