Prairie Island Indian Community Employee Directory
Government AdministrationMinnesota, United States51-200 Employees
Prairie Island Indian Community is a government administration entity based in Welch, Minnesota. The community is home to the Mdewakanton people who have longstanding ties to Prairie Island along the Mississippi and Vermillion Rivers in southeastern Minnesota. It owns and operates Treasure Island Resort & Casino, a venture that supports tribal governance, cultural preservation, and economic self-sufficiency, and is a major employer in Goodhue County. In 2021, Prairie Island partnered with Red Wing on a local project at the base of He Mni Can-Barn Bluff, illustrating collaboration with neighboring communities. The organization expands its footprint through land acquisitions and partnerships within Minnesota, reflecting its broader asset strategy.