- Bedding: The Lakota people used buffalo hides, blankets, and robes made from various animal furs to keep warm at night.
- Furniture: The only items of furniture typically used in a Lakota tepee were a few low benches or stools. These were used for seating and storage of various household items.
- Cooking utensils: The Lakota used a variety of metal and ceramic cookware for preparing and cooking food. It can include pots for cooking stews, pans for frying, and containers for storing food and water.
- Other household items: The Lakota would also have various household items such as storage containers, tools, weapons, and ceremonial objects inside their tepees.
- Fire pit: A significant element in the tepee was the central fire pit. It served as a source of warmth, cooking, and light for the Lakota.