Native American Articles

The Hulu documentary, Vow of Silence: The Assassination of Annie Mae Aquash (produced by Amy Kaufman, Caroline Waterloo, Ezra Edelman and Riva Marker.) tells the story of a Mi’Kmaq warrior woman, whose unsolved murder... Read more »

I recently had the privilege of interviewing Tokala Black Elk, one of the talented stars of the new show Happy's Place. Tokala’s incredible journey as an actor and storyteller is rooted in his Lakota heritage, and it ... Read more »

Native American casinos are known for representing more than glitzy places to gamble. They’re engines of economic growth, symbols of tribal sovereignty, and hubs of cultural resilience. Growing into a multi-billion-do... Read more »

I’ve got some tough news to share. Facebook has permanently removed our Pow Wow Trading Post group. With over 80,000 members, this group was an incredible space for artists to sell beadwork, skirts, regalia, art, a... Read more »

I had the privilege of attending the 2023 Choctaw Day at the Choctaw Cultural Center, and it was an incredible experience that highlighted the rich history and culture of the Choctaw Nation.  When I travel for Po... Read more »

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Last year, as part of our Native American Heritage Month journey, we had the opportunity to visit Chief Kitsap Academy, a school located on the Suquamish Reservation in Washington. This unique school, serving grade... Read more »

Filmmakers Brenda Fisher (Yakama by Descent) and Blake Pickens (Chickasaw) have teamed up to create Reservation Redemption, a film that delves into the over-incarceration of Native Americans, specifically in Washingto... Read more »

The lifestyle, economic, and social situation of Native Americans (or American Indians, depending on denomination and sensibilities) are extremely complex situations with a much higher level of gravitas in the lore of... Read more »

I’m excited to announce the launch of the Native American Book Club, and I’d love for you to join me on this journey through the rich and diverse world of Native American literature. This group is a space where ... Read more »

Learn why - and how - to honor Indigenous cultures this year! Native American Day, Indigenous People's Day, Native American Heritage Month - I love that we have so many, but it can be confusing to know which is which... Read more »

Thanks to our friends at the Wandering Bull we have a video tutorial on how to make a Bias Weave Belt. This method, known for its intricate design and beautiful patterns, is a traditional technique used in creating... Read more »