The Four Sacred Colors of the Navajo
When it comes to Native American pottery, one of the most significant design elements used to display deeper meaning and cultural symbolism is color. Much of the painting used inNavajo pottery relates to the four sacred colors- black, white, blue, and yellow. Read on... Read more
Native American Symbolism: The Thunderbird
Thunderbirds are an often-depicted element in Native American artistry. Frequently incorporated into Native American earrings, rings, pendants, pottery, and paintings, the thunderbird holds immense symbolic significance for the Native American Peoples. Read on to... Read more
Interesting Facts and History about Kachina Dolls
One of the most fascinating aspects of Native American history and culture is that of the kachina doll. achina dolls are crafted representations of spiritual beings that are revered in Hopi culture and have become an integral aspect of modern-day pueblo artistry.... Read more
The Zuni People: History & Culture
The southwestern Pueblo tribes include several different communities with each having its own unique history, customs, artistic traditions, and cultural practices. One of these Pueblo tribes is the A’shiwi, most commonly known today by the Spanish adaption of their... Read more
Who Are the Navajo?
Perhaps one of the most well-known Native American communities by name in the United States, the Navajo People have a history and culture that is fascinating and not as widely known in great detail. While many might associate Navajo culture with the beautiful and... Read more
Beyond Turquoise: Other Stones used in Southwestern Native American Jewelry
When it comes to Southwestern Native American jewelry, there are many more stones than just turquoise that are indigenous to the surrounding environments of the Pueblo communities. Apart from real turquoise jewelry, stones such as jet, coral, mother of pearl, and... Read more
Types of Authentic Native American Jewelry
Indigenous communities of the United States are known around the world for their unique and beautiful jewelry craftsmanship. However, when it comes to Native American jewelry, many people immediately associate men’s turquoise rings or pendants with the art form and... Read more
The Biggest Native American Tribes in the USA
Across the United States exist hundreds of different Native American tribes, each with their own rich and unique history, culture, and traditions. Data shows that those who identify as Native American make up approximately 1.5% of the total population in the United... Read more