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Sherman Indian High School | History | Current Situation
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In an effort to integrate the Natives fully into mainstream society, the US government established various institutes and schools. One such institution is Sherman Indian School, which aims to empower Native American s... Read more »

History of Native American Beads – Types and Uses
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Native Americans are famous for their rich cultural heritage, which includes unique craftsmanship and vibrant artistry. Native American beads hold a significant place among their many unique crafts. These beads aren't... Read more »

Native American Models and Their Role In Modern Fashion
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Things are changing for Native representation in pop culture. With Reservation Dogs and Flowers or the Killer Moon Native stories have become main stream.
The fashion industry has overlooked and exclud... Read more »

Native American Drums
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Throughout its history, the drum has connected the heartbeat of the American Indian to Mother Earth and to Creator. Drums can be heard from quite a distance and are the call to community and ceremony when Americ... Read more »

Shop Native Artists of the Month: Erik and Amanda Brodt
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Each month, we're celebrating a Native American artist, whose work you can find on our Shop Native directory, which features both Native American products and products made for Natives. These products&n... Read more »

Between Two Knees – Laughing Through History: The 1491s’ Bold Approach to Native American Storytelling
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The intertribal Native American sketch comedy troupe, The 1491s, is made up of five members Ryan Redcorn, Dallas Goldtooth, Sterlin Harjo, Migizi Pensoneau, and Bobby Wilson. These self-proclaimed YouTube comedians wi... Read more »

Cultural Appropriation vs Appreciation
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If a fashion item is for sale to the open public, and one wears it publicly, it is a clear demonstration of appreciation, and credit is much appreciated, but not required. Most artists who make jewelry, or clothing, b... Read more »
Past PowWows.com Giveaway Information
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This is the place you will now be able to see our past giveaways and the list of winners.
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Celebrating 20 Years Of Bringing Native American Pow Wows to the World
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Can you believe it? We've been streaming pow wows live for two decades now!
It's been a wild ride filled with incredible performances, unforgettable moments, and technological challenges. I want to highlight some o... Read more »

Pow Wow 101 – Your Top Questions Answered
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Join Paul Gowder on the Pow Wow Life podcast. In this episode, I'll answer the most asked questions about Pow Wows.
Are Pow Wows Open To The Public?
First and foremost, host Paul Gowder addresses a common miscon... Read more »
Bridging Cultures: An Interview with Indigenous Creatives – Laurel Goodluck & Bridget George
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In the latest episode of the Pow Wow Life podcast, host Paul Gowder gives us an intimate conversation with Laurel Goodluck and Bridget George, the author and illustrator of the heartwarming children's book 'Too Much, ... Read more »

Birch Bark Coffee: A Journey from Indigenous Roots to Costco Success
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Join Paul G with an interview with Mark Marsolais from Birch Bark Coffee! Mark is Ojibwe and a Band member of Whitefish River First Nation located on Birch Island, Ontario in the District of Manitoulin Island. As the ... Read more »
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