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Plateau Indian Art
The area between the Cascade Mountains and the Rocky Mountains in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia, and Western Montana is known as the Plateau Culture […]
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Columbia River Stone Carvings (Photo Diary)
In a few instances stone carvings have been found in the archaeological sites along the Columbia River. Carved from the abundant basalt many of these […]
Ancient America: Mesoamerican Art
Prior to the European invasion, Mesoamerica was the home to many highly developed civilizations. Geographically this is a region that extends from central Mexico to […]
Ancient America: South American Art
Prior to the European invasion, South America was the home to many highly developed civilizations. Homo sapiens have lived in South America for at least […]
Southwestern Art (Photo Diary)
The Southwest Culture Area is a culturally diverse area. Geographically it covers all of Arizona and New Mexico and includes parts of Colorado, Nevada, Utah, […]
Southwestern Art (Photo Diary)
The Southwest Culture Area is a culturally diverse area. Geographically it covers all of Arizona and New Mexico and includes parts of Colorado, Nevada, Utah, […]
Eastern Woodlands Art
The area of the United States east of the Mississippi River is often referred to as the Eastern Woodlands. This is an area in which […]
Woven History, Part 2 (Photo Diary)
Old baskets are fascinating. They reflect traditions and skills, as well as changes to culture and lifestyle. They speak to us from the past and […]
Unknown American Indian Painting
Hello, Can anyone tell me anything about this painting? I bought it in 1990 in San Antonio from an estate sale the owners had died […]
Northwest Coast Textiles (Photo Diary)
The Northwest Coast peoples have a wide variety of garments which are worn during ceremonies and for special occasions. Sometimes the clothes are decorated with […]