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Versatile tools used for hunting, throwing, preparing food and crafting goods, knives were carried by men and women alike. Knives played an important role in daily life, and the earliest versions were made from sharpened stone. Later, bone, copper and…
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A multi-purpose tool that has been used for thousands of years, the spear can take a buffalo to the ground and catch a fish right out of the water! Spears were the preferred weapon of many Native American tribes as…
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An icon of Native American heritage and an integral component of many ceremonies, dances and Powwows, rattles create an unforgettable sound that resonates deep within us. Used to accompany the drummer’s rhythms and keep time for dancers and Katsinam, the…
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Now that Katsina Season has begun, more and more Katsinam will begin to visit the Hopi people, including the Frog and the Lizard. Hundreds of Katsinam exist, each representing an animal or supernatural being that provides assistance to the Hopi….
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Used when negotiating for peace between two tribes, the peace pipe is part of an important spiritual ceremony that includes a medicine man and the two warring chiefs. Each individual must bring a part of the pipe to the meeting…
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