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George Catlin, Painter of Indians
George Catlin is often talked about in the same breath as Charlie Russell and Frederic Remington. And well he should. He is one of the premier western painters. His paintings portrayed Indians before white man had changed their way of life.
george catlin • mandan • missouri • fort gibson • fort union
George Catlin is often talked about in the same breath as Charlie Russell and Frederic Remington. And well he should. He is one of the premier western painters. His paintings portrayed Indians before white man had changed their way of life.
george catlin • mandan • missouri • fort gibson • fort union
Mandan Mini Corn
The Mandan grew a unique variety of corn which was smaller than the corn produced by other tribes along the Missouri River.
mandan • corn • agriculture • george catlin and • growth of mandan corn
The Mandan grew a unique variety of corn which was smaller than the corn produced by other tribes along the Missouri River.
mandan • corn • agriculture • george catlin and • growth of mandan corn
Medicine Bundles
The medicine bundle is a significant symbol of healing and spirituality for the indigenous tribes of the Great Lakes and Plains.
medicine bundles • cultural significance • symbolic of spirituality • mandan • cheyenne
The medicine bundle is a significant symbol of healing and spirituality for the indigenous tribes of the Great Lakes and Plains.
medicine bundles • cultural significance • symbolic of spirituality • mandan • cheyenne
Westward Migration of Native Tribes
After the relocation of the Choctaw Nation, the United States steeped up its efforts to remove native tribes and resettle them in Indian Territory.
resettlement • shawnee nation • huron • kickapoo • indian territory
After the relocation of the Choctaw Nation, the United States steeped up its efforts to remove native tribes and resettle them in Indian Territory.
resettlement • shawnee nation • huron • kickapoo • indian territory
Choctaw Relocation
Between 1831 and 1833, the Choctaw Nation was moved into Oklahoma under the supervision of armed American soldiers.
relocation • indian removal act • choctaw nation • indian territory • treaty of dancing rabbit creek
Between 1831 and 1833, the Choctaw Nation was moved into Oklahoma under the supervision of armed American soldiers.
relocation • indian removal act • choctaw nation • indian territory • treaty of dancing rabbit creek
Colonial America Sports Timeline
North America sports and games combine many influences, including European pastimes and competitions, rites, rituals of Native Americans and Africans brought as slaves.
sports in colonial america • sports and games in the new world • native american sports • mesoamerican ball game • pato
North America sports and games combine many influences, including European pastimes and competitions, rites, rituals of Native Americans and Africans brought as slaves.
sports in colonial america • sports and games in the new world • native american sports • mesoamerican ball game • pato
Controversial Mandan AmerIndian Tribe
It's still a matter of debate that Celtic Prince Madog discovered America in 1170 CE and, with a group of his people, settled there and intermingled with the Mandans.
mandan amerindian tribe • white indians • welsh amerindians • welsh prince madog • mandan native americans
It's still a matter of debate that Celtic Prince Madog discovered America in 1170 CE and, with a group of his people, settled there and intermingled with the Mandans.
mandan amerindian tribe • white indians • welsh amerindians • welsh prince madog • mandan native americans
Mandan Song
During his time among the Mandan tribe, George Catlin became entranced by the songs and music of his hosts.
singing • mandan tribe and • george catlin's observations • uses of songs • religious uses
During his time among the Mandan tribe, George Catlin became entranced by the songs and music of his hosts.
singing • mandan tribe and • george catlin's observations • uses of songs • religious uses
Mandan Sweat Lodge
The sweat lodge serves a twofold purpose--to clean the skin and to purge the body of impurities through steam.
sweat lodge. as a curative agent • among native americans • among non-indians • among the mandan • "vapor bath"
The sweat lodge serves a twofold purpose--to clean the skin and to purge the body of impurities through steam.
sweat lodge. as a curative agent • among native americans • among non-indians • among the mandan • "vapor bath"
Native Herbalists
Native herbalists used a combination of natural science and spirituality to heal the members of their community.
herbalists • healing ceremonies • among native american tribes • healing herbs • natural remedies
Native herbalists used a combination of natural science and spirituality to heal the members of their community.
herbalists • healing ceremonies • among native american tribes • healing herbs • natural remedies
Shaman and the Medicine Men
Native Americans use a variety of terms to describe their healers. This complex and ever-evolving art is an integral part of native society.
medicine man • native americans • shaman • healers • george catlin and
Native Americans use a variety of terms to describe their healers. This complex and ever-evolving art is an integral part of native society.
medicine man • native americans • shaman • healers • george catlin and
The Creator Spirit
Among indigenous tribes there are two predominant mythologies with respect to a central creator spirit.
great spirit • creator spirit • origins of land • origins of man • cherokee
Among indigenous tribes there are two predominant mythologies with respect to a central creator spirit.
great spirit • creator spirit • origins of land • origins of man • cherokee
The Earth Lodge
In 1837, George Catlin displayed a series of paintings created during his time among the Plains tribes. Among these paintings was the first rendering of the earth lodge.
earth lodge • hidatsa • mandan • arikara • ponca
In 1837, George Catlin displayed a series of paintings created during his time among the Plains tribes. Among these paintings was the first rendering of the earth lodge.
earth lodge • hidatsa • mandan • arikara • ponca
The Painters of Indians
A brief look at some of the more famous painters of Native Americans as well as a few links to more information on their accomplishments.
charles b. king • james lewis • george catlin • karl bodmer • edward curtis
A brief look at some of the more famous painters of Native Americans as well as a few links to more information on their accomplishments.
charles b. king • james lewis • george catlin • karl bodmer • edward curtis
Dance and Native Life
Through the medium of dance, indigenous societies express their desires and hope to commune with the spirit world.
dance • among native tribes • in healing • for religious purposes • for hunting
Through the medium of dance, indigenous societies express their desires and hope to commune with the spirit world.
dance • among native tribes • in healing • for religious purposes • for hunting
Origins of Man
Man was the product of the spirit world's actions, continuing what Iyan had begun.
origins of man • pte' oyate' • taku skan • wazi • wakanka
Man was the product of the spirit world's actions, continuing what Iyan had begun.
origins of man • pte' oyate' • taku skan • wazi • wakanka
Sacred Smoke
The use of tobacco among the southwestern Plains tribes is an integral part social, religious, and medicinal rights.
tobacco • mandan uses of • crow uses of • sacred seed • tobacco planting ceremony
The use of tobacco among the southwestern Plains tribes is an integral part social, religious, and medicinal rights.
tobacco • mandan uses of • crow uses of • sacred seed • tobacco planting ceremony
Peyote
Peyote is a powerful hallucinogenic substance used in indigenous social, spiritual, and medicinal practices.
peyote • native american use of • medicinal properties • native american church and • comanche origins of
Peyote is a powerful hallucinogenic substance used in indigenous social, spiritual, and medicinal practices.
peyote • native american use of • medicinal properties • native american church and • comanche origins of
Ceremonies of the Plains
Public events that celebrate important religious and social occasions are primary facets of tribal life for communities of the Plains region of the United States
importance of religious and public ceremonies of • religious ceremony among the mandan • o-kee-pah ka-se-kah • he keeper of the ceremonies • religious ceremonies among the lakota. among the f
Public events that celebrate important religious and social occasions are primary facets of tribal life for communities of the Plains region of the United States
importance of religious and public ceremonies of • religious ceremony among the mandan • o-kee-pah ka-se-kah • he keeper of the ceremonies • religious ceremonies among the lakota. among the f
Gallery Ghost by Anna Nilsen
A fun, hunt-and-find art book for kids.
gallery ghost • famous artists • children's book • kids art history • anna nilsen
A fun, hunt-and-find art book for kids.
gallery ghost • famous artists • children's book • kids art history • anna nilsen
Lakota Healing Song
The "curing song" is just one of many traditional songs used in the healing ritual among the Lakota.
wapiye' olowan • curing song • lakota sioux • traditional medicine • aspects of healing songs
The "curing song" is just one of many traditional songs used in the healing ritual among the Lakota.
wapiye' olowan • curing song • lakota sioux • traditional medicine • aspects of healing songs
River-Horse: Across America by Boat
How about a trip across America -- by river... There are beautiful nights, lazy days, near-death experiences and lots more awaiting you in this entertaining and extremely well-written memoir of Heat-Moon's travel from coast to coast via the river highway. If you like armchair travel, you'll love this classic bestseller.
river • nikawa • osage • missouri • boat
How about a trip across America -- by river... There are beautiful nights, lazy days, near-death experiences and lots more awaiting you in this entertaining and extremely well-written memoir of Heat-Moon's travel from coast to coast via the river highway. If you like armchair travel, you'll love this classic bestseller.
river • nikawa • osage • missouri • boat
Agriculture of Indigenous Tribes
Oft-cantankerous Archeology has greatly assisted in the quest to understand early Native American agriculture.
agriculture • indigenous efforts at • archeology and • early evidence of • corn
Oft-cantankerous Archeology has greatly assisted in the quest to understand early Native American agriculture.
agriculture • indigenous efforts at • archeology and • early evidence of • corn
Anukite' and Lakota Tradition
The source of Anukite's power as a malevolent force is the rich tapestry of myth surrounding her abilities.
anukite' • double faced woman • mythology surrouding • lakota religious tradition • dreams of
The source of Anukite's power as a malevolent force is the rich tapestry of myth surrounding her abilities.
anukite' • double faced woman • mythology surrouding • lakota religious tradition • dreams of
Calling Forth the Rain
When Catlin first encountered the Mandan tribe, he was able to observe a special rain ceremony that brought an end to a most devastating drought.
mandan • agriculture • rain ceremony • rain maker • unique food items
When Catlin first encountered the Mandan tribe, he was able to observe a special rain ceremony that brought an end to a most devastating drought.
mandan • agriculture • rain ceremony • rain maker • unique food items
Death Mythology
There are two stories that exemplify the indigenous mythology surrounding the introduction of death into the mortal world.
death • afterlife • native american mythology • chinook and • coyote and eagle
There are two stories that exemplify the indigenous mythology surrounding the introduction of death into the mortal world.
death • afterlife • native american mythology • chinook and • coyote and eagle
Lakota Creation
In order to present the most detailed examination of the creation mythos, the Lakota tribe serves as a primary reference
iyan • maka ina • mahpiyato • taku skan • anpetu wi
In order to present the most detailed examination of the creation mythos, the Lakota tribe serves as a primary reference
iyan • maka ina • mahpiyato • taku skan • anpetu wi
Mahpiyato's Outrage
The outrage of Mahpiyato would have far reaching effects.
mahpiyato • anger at ite' • double-faced woman • creation of • anukite
The outrage of Mahpiyato would have far reaching effects.
mahpiyato • anger at ite' • double-faced woman • creation of • anukite
Medicine Pipes
Used to invoke healing elements during special ceremonies, the medicine pipe is a highly important symbol of the duality of indigenous science and spirituality.
medicine pipe • uses • history of • in ceremonies • mandan
Used to invoke healing elements during special ceremonies, the medicine pipe is a highly important symbol of the duality of indigenous science and spirituality.
medicine pipe • uses • history of • in ceremonies • mandan
Resisting Relocation
The Sauk and Fox forged a union to provide mutual security. Together they resisted the American advance.
sauk • fox • alliance of tribes • meskawaki • asakiwaki
The Sauk and Fox forged a union to provide mutual security. Together they resisted the American advance.
sauk • fox • alliance of tribes • meskawaki • asakiwaki
The Afterlife
Where does the soul go when the body dies? This question has plagued philosophers and religious scholars for centuries. Among native tribes, however, there is an answer
afterlife • native american views on • the shadow world • lakota • the other side camps
Where does the soul go when the body dies? This question has plagued philosophers and religious scholars for centuries. Among native tribes, however, there is an answer
afterlife • native american views on • the shadow world • lakota • the other side camps
Getting What They Prayed For and More: part 2
In 1833 the Christian Advocate and Journal reported on the visit of four Indians from the Far West to William Clark in St. Louis, Missouri. This Indian delegation was seeking a Christian religious leader to bring the word of God to their tribes beyond the Rocky Mountains.
native • american • indian • flathead • nez perce
In 1833 the Christian Advocate and Journal reported on the visit of four Indians from the Far West to William Clark in St. Louis, Missouri. This Indian delegation was seeking a Christian religious leader to bring the word of God to their tribes beyond the Rocky Mountains.
native • american • indian • flathead • nez perce
Ite' and Iktomi
Together, Ite' and Iktomi devise a scheme to attract the Buffalo Nation away from their concealment and to the surface.
ite' • anukite' • eil to the surface • lakota creation stories • iktomi
Together, Ite' and Iktomi devise a scheme to attract the Buffalo Nation away from their concealment and to the surface.
ite' • anukite' • eil to the surface • lakota creation stories • iktomi
Mandan
This is a history of the Mandan Indians, dating back some eight hundred years ago as they migrated westward, following the Missouri River. In time, they met white men. Then, in 1838, the deadly small pox nearly destroyed them.
mandan • indians • missouri river • native americans • plains
This is a history of the Mandan Indians, dating back some eight hundred years ago as they migrated westward, following the Missouri River. In time, they met white men. Then, in 1838, the deadly small pox nearly destroyed them.
mandan • indians • missouri river • native americans • plains
The Discovery of America Before Columbus
The myth that Christopher Columbus "discovered" the New World has persisted for centuries. But the man who received all the credit was actually a late arrival.
the discovery of america before columbus • vikings visited pre-columbian america • st. brendan sailing to america • early exploration of america • vikings at l'ans aux meadows
The myth that Christopher Columbus "discovered" the New World has persisted for centuries. But the man who received all the credit was actually a late arrival.
the discovery of america before columbus • vikings visited pre-columbian america • st. brendan sailing to america • early exploration of america • vikings at l'ans aux meadows
Wakanka's Deal With Iktomi
In order to elevate her daughter in the eyes of Sun, Wakanka conspires with the Trickster Iktomi.
pte' oyate • iktomi • trickster • wakanka • wazi
In order to elevate her daughter in the eyes of Sun, Wakanka conspires with the Trickster Iktomi.
pte' oyate • iktomi • trickster • wakanka • wazi
Black Hawk's Emerging Power
Black Hawk began to speak out against Keokuk and his close relationship with the United States.
black hawk • keokuk • black hawk's war • illinois • michigan
Black Hawk began to speak out against Keokuk and his close relationship with the United States.
black hawk • keokuk • black hawk's war • illinois • michigan
Prelude to War
While Black Hawk fought, Keokuk negotiated--the result was a rift between the Sauk and Fox.
black hawk • keokuk • saukenuk • sauk and fox • the british band
While Black Hawk fought, Keokuk negotiated--the result was a rift between the Sauk and Fox.
black hawk • keokuk • saukenuk • sauk and fox • the british band
Talking With Spirits
The Lakota Sioux believe that the dead can still help the living. Among the Lakota, there is particular practitioner who is responsible talking with the spirit world.
spirit world • lakota • niyan • shadow world • yuwi'pi
The Lakota Sioux believe that the dead can still help the living. Among the Lakota, there is particular practitioner who is responsible talking with the spirit world.
spirit world • lakota • niyan • shadow world • yuwi'pi
Anatomy of the Vision Quest
The vision quest is a period of inward reflection that can help members of the Lakota community reach important decisions.
vision quest • hanblecheyapi • dreams • among the lakota • sioux
The vision quest is a period of inward reflection that can help members of the Lakota community reach important decisions.
vision quest • hanblecheyapi • dreams • among the lakota • sioux
The Rise of Black Hawk
Striking with a small band of warriors, the Sauk war chief raged against the American presence in his homeland.
black hawk • the british band • ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak • saukenuk • sauk
Striking with a small band of warriors, the Sauk war chief raged against the American presence in his homeland.
black hawk • the british band • ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak • saukenuk • sauk
The Seven Rituals
At the heart of Lakota society, there are seven central rituals that have remained fluid throughout their history.
lakota • seven central rituals • inipi • sweat lodge • tapa wankayayapi
At the heart of Lakota society, there are seven central rituals that have remained fluid throughout their history.
lakota • seven central rituals • inipi • sweat lodge • tapa wankayayapi
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