Category: Native American

Native American fetishes, especially those crafted in the Southwestern traditions, are more than just decorative objects. They are revered as […]

The intellectual landscape of 19th-century America was profoundly shaped by the writings and philosophies of Henry David Thoreau, a figure […]

The city of Boston, steeped in history and symbolic of American ideals, carries a curious and unsettling legal relic within […]

Kateri Tekakwitha, often affectionately referred to as the "Lily of the Mohawks," holds a significant place in the history of […]

The story of Queen Anne, Pamunkey, is a poignant glimpse into the complex and often fraught relationship between the indigenous […]

Kéhachiwinga, translated as "Wolf’s Mountain Home Maker," more widely known as Mountain Wolf Woman, was a remarkable Winnebago (Ho-Chunk) woman […]

Maria Tallchief, Osage, stands as a monumental figure in the history of ballet, celebrated as the first American-trained ballerina to […]

Pocahontas, a name synonymous with early American history and intercultural encounters, remains an enigmatic figure shrouded in both fact and […]

Susan La Flesche, a name synonymous with pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication, holds a distinguished place in American history. Born […]

Ella Carla Deloria, a name synonymous with dedication to the preservation and understanding of Dakota culture, was a remarkable Yankton […]

Wawa Calac Chaw, a name that translates to "Keep From the Water," was a multifaceted figure who navigated the complexities […]

Karen Louise Erdrich, Chippewa (1954-?), stands as a prominent figure in contemporary American literature. Through her evocative prose and poignant […]