The Native American Military Tradition

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Honoring all those who gave their lives for us this Memorial Day and every day. Native Americans have been decorated more for bravery per capita by the U.S. military than […]

Theresa Secord

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Theresa Secord (Penobscot) has tirelessly taught the art of ash and sweetgrass basketry. As a founding member of the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance, she helped inspire more people to become weavers from the Maliseet, Mi’kmaq, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot nations.

The Ribbon Skirt

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The ribbon skirt, which is a symbol of womanhood amongst native communities, tells a story of adaptation and survival. Many Indigenous tribes utilize ribbon work in their designs, often for […]

The Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990

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With Holiday Spending Here, Please Remember The Indian Arts and Crafts Act (IACA) of 1990 (P.L. 101-644) is a truth-in-advertising law that prohibits misrepresentation in the marketing of Indian art […]

OUTSTANDING! LILY GLADSTONE MAKING HISTORY!!

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BY NATIVE NEWS ONLINE STAFF JANUARY 23, 2024 This awards season has seen Lily Gladstone (Blackfeet and Nimíipuu)  blaze a trail for Native performers as she garners nominations and awards for her […]

BOOK TWO !

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‘Many-sided intent’: Tommy Orange, author of Wandering Stars. Photograph: Winni Wintermeyer The ObserverFiction Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange review – tapestry of colonial trauma is harrowing yet healing Survivors’ stories […]