January 2013

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 … Continued

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 … Continued

The Great Plains is the huge area in the central portion of the North American continent which stretches from the Canadian provinces in the north, … Continued

Looking at the numerous conflicts-military, religious, social, economic, linguistic-between the Native peoples of North America and the invading Europeans, it is not uncommon for writers … Continued

The Northwest Coast is a region in which an entrenched and highly valued artistic tradition flourished. Northwest Coast art-carving and painting-has a very characteristic style. … Continued

California and the Great Basin is an area of great cultural diversity. With regard to art, this is an area well-known for its basketry. Among … Continued

It is not possible to talk about Indians in the United States today without reference to reservations. Most Americans are aware that as the European … Continued

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 … Continued