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At Kachina House we offer a variety of different carving arts. If you are interested in Native American culture, you’re probably aware of how important carvings are to the history of many Native American tribes. Carvings of wood, stone, and…
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Across Native American cultures, Corn Maidens play a special role, symbolizing the prayers of the people for a bountiful harvest. Hopi and the Zuni people tell their own stories of the Corn Maiden, creating Katsinam and fetishes in her honor….
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The Butterfly Maiden, called Palhik Mana, appears in August when butterflies appear in Arizona. This dancer is often symbolized as a Katsina doll and takes part in the Hopi Butterfly Dance. A traditional social dance, it is held in late…
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Held on opposite years from the Snake Dance, the Flute ceremony is held in August. This nine-day celebration is held to encourage rain and the growth of the corn crop, as well as the continuity of life after death. During…
Continue readingThe Clown, called Koshare, is known by many names in Hopi tradition. One of the less serious of the Katsinam, he is often depicted with a watermelon to illustrate his gluttony. An amusing figure known for overdoing it, Koshare behaves…
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