The Ultimate Powwow Pony

The Ultimate Powwow Pony

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Remember the movie “Powwow Highway?”  My favorite part was the beginning when Philbert got his new pony.  We can all relate to those ponies because we grew up with them and they are still chugging around today, all ru... Read more »
What are the Dawes Roll and Miller Rolls – Myths, Misinformation and Motivations

What are the Dawes Roll and Miller Rolls – Myths, Misinformation and Motivations

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I have written several articles on each of these rolls from a genealogical viewpoint. In this article, I will address the two rolls and compare them side by side from a motivational point of view. In other words, w... Read more »
Mike Bone Interview – Native American Rap Group From America’s Got Talent

Mike Bone Interview – Native American Rap Group From America’s Got Talent

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Lil Mike and Funny Bone have recently appeared on America’s Got Talent. The brother rappers from Oklahoma City surprised the panel and earned a trip to Las Vegas. From the Pawnee and Choctaw tribes, the two have been ... Read more »
I Remember Pow Wows…Remember When…

I Remember Pow Wows…Remember When…

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 As I approach my 53rd birthday near the end of this year, I’ve been reflecting that I’m really not THAT old, but sometimes I think I am, particularly when I think of how much things have changed in the powwow world. ... Read more »
Pine Ridge Reservation Votes to End Ban on Alcohol

Pine Ridge Reservation Votes to End Ban on Alcohol

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In a public referendum, the tribal members on Pine Ridge Reservation have voted to end the ban on alcohol.  The vote was 1,843 in favor and 1,678 against. Sales of alcohol off the reservation has become big busines... Read more »
Songbird: An Interview with Rhonda Head

Songbird: An Interview with Rhonda Head

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Rhonda Head is a Mezzo Soprano from Opaskwayak Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba. "Singing Classical Music allows me to share beautiful music with the general public. I believe that no matter what language you sing in,... Read more »
Native Twist on Comic Book Heroes

Native Twist on Comic Book Heroes

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Native America artist Jeffrey Veregge's work presents a Native American twist on popular comic book heroes.  Jeffry is from the Suquamish and Duwamish tribes and grew up on the Little Boston reservation in Washington.... Read more »
Dancing Our Traditions

Dancing Our Traditions

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Happy Middle of summer!  Happy Pow-wowing!! This powwow mom has been one busy lady!   I am a director for a powwow dance troupe located in California.  And we have been rehearsing for the State Fair.  We were selec... Read more »
Lil Mike and Funny Bone – Native American Brothers on America’s Got Talent

Lil Mike and Funny Bone – Native American Brothers on America’s Got Talent

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Lil Mike and Funny Bone have appeared on America's Got Talent.  Recently they were part of the hit show Reservation Dogs. The brother rappers from Oklahoma City surprised the panel and earned a trip to Las Veg... Read more »
Beadwork by Dominique

Beadwork by Dominique

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Dominique Tsinnie is a Native artist selling contemporary beadwork.  Photos of her work have spread quickly on social media sites.  PowWows.com is excited to feature his profile. My name is Dominique Tsinnie, I am ... Read more »
Johnny Depp Speaks to the Gathering of Nations

Johnny Depp Speaks to the Gathering of Nations

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Johnny Depp sent a video message to the 2013 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01Pn6VzQwtc Is Johnny Depp Native American? Johnny Depp is not Native American by heritage. While he has ... Read more »
Sammie Garcia – University of South Carolina Softball

Sammie Garcia – University of South Carolina Softball

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Sammie GarciaNavajo Shortstop University of South Carolina PowWows.com, on behalf of NDNSports.com interviewed Sammie Garcia after a game.  Garcia was recently drafted into the Pro Softball League.  She is curr... Read more »

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