It is no secret that Native Americans have had a rough history, filled with segregation, hate, and discrimination. For a long time, Hollywood films represented Native Americans unfavorably, representing them in marginalized and inaccurate behavior. Indian filmmakers and Native American actors had to fight to develop an artistic voice for...
If you are looking to connect your children with Native American Culture, there is a variety of published treasures available. From board books and short stories to coming of age and novels written by Native American authors, check out this list of ten books. [mv_create title="Native American Books for Children...
Pow Wow Nation Live show this week will feature an interview with Shane Ortega. I discuss with Shane racism in American. Shane Ortega is a combat veteran who has traveled learning from Indigenous culture. Join us for an open conversation about the past, present, and future of our country. More...
It's hard to believe it’s already June and we’re here with our annual Father’s Day gift guide! If you’re looking for a special way to honor your dads, grandfathers, or other father figures in your life, we’ve rounded up a fun gift guide. Since every dad is unique we know...
Darren Thompson is an award-winning flute musician. He is a writer for PowWows.com and Native News Online. This week he has been covering the protests in his home town of Minneapolis. Hear first hand his experiences this week in Minneapolis. Follow Darren https://www.facebook.com/darren.thompson.927 https://darrenthompson.net/biography Interview with Darren Thompson More about...
Indigenous Enterprised performed on the NBC tv show World of Dance this week. The group was critiqued by judges Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough and Ne-Yo. Their performance included Grass dancer, Hoop dancer, Fancy dancer, and a Chicken dancer. Their high energy routine impressed the judges. Ultimately the judges did not...
Native American smudging is an act that illuminates something primordial within people, connecting both smoke with spirituality in remarkable ways. This is a common ceremonial ritual amongst the ingenious people, held closely within these cultures to purify, spiritually cleanse, and bless. So, whether you are a Native American yourself, or...
Tashia Hart is a self-driven, ambitious writer from Minnesota who published her first book, “Gidjie and the Wolves” on her own accord, after publishers expressed they were unable to relate to her characters. Her characters are animal people that came from a series of dreams she had between the winters...
Hello everyone! We're back once again with our annual gift guide. For most of us this year, Mother’s Day will be celebrated a little differently. With most of the nation on stay-at-home orders, we might not be able to make an in-person visit to our moms, grandmas, and other family...
Whether you are a member of one of the recognized tribes or come from a different background, these Native American recipes will give you a delicious taste of authentic, natural cooking enjoyed through the centuries. If you did not grow up in a Native American family, you may associate ethnic...
