The concept of representation and enfranchisement lies at the heart of democratic governance. However, for members of the Santee Sioux […]
Category: Native American
Successful 1680 Indigenous Uprising Against Spanish Colonizers
The Unbowed Spirit: How the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 Humbled an Empire On August 10, 1680, a coordinated thunderclap of […]
Serrano Creation Story: Sacred Origins of Southern California’s Mountain People
Echoes from the Dawn: The Serrano Creation Story and the Sacred Origins of Southern California’s Mountain People In the rugged, […]
Porcupine Quill Embroidery Techniques and Designs
Nature’s Needlework: The Enduring Art of Porcupine Quill Embroidery In the vast and diverse tapestry of human artistic expression, some […]
Keepers of the Fire: Great Lakes Cultural Heritage
The Great Lakes region, a vast expanse of freshwater bordered by both the United States and Canada, pulses with an […]
Native American Tribal Matriarchal Societies: Women’s Leadership in Indigenous Cultures
The Enduring Power: Women’s Leadership in Native American Tribal Societies For too long, the narrative of power and leadership has […]
Pacific Northwest Traditional Currency and Adornment
The Gleam of Wealth, The Weight of History: Traditional Currency and Adornment in the Pacific Northwest In the verdant, rain-soaked […]
Maya Astronomy and Mathematics
The ancient Maya civilization, flourishing in Mesoamerica (encompassing parts of modern-day Yucatan, Chiapas, Guatemala, and neighboring regions), left an indelible […]
Ancient Rock Carvings and Their Archaeological Significance
Echoes in Stone: The Profound Archaeological Significance of Ancient Rock Carvings Ancient rock carvings, etched and painted onto the world’s […]
Swinomish Tribal Shellfish Rights: Treaty Guarantees and Cultural Harvesting Practices
Guardians of the Tide: Swinomish Treaty Rights, Shellfish, and the Enduring Promise of the Salish Sea The waters of the […]
Traditional Hunting Rituals and Spiritual Preparation
Beyond the Kill: The Sacred Art of Traditional Hunting and Spiritual Preparation In a world increasingly distanced from the wild, […]
Yakama Nation History Timeline
The Yakama Nation, a confederation of indigenous tribes residing in the south-central region of present-day Washington State, boasts a rich […]