The Power of Gemstones on Your Mood
Gemstones are beautiful and have long been said to possess special attributes that can impact both the mind and mood. Whether they’re set in beautiful rings for women or breathtaking earrings, the gemstones we wear on our jewelry can impact the way we feel, either... Read more
The Pueblo Storyteller
Time-honored Pueblo pottery traditions of working with clay and telling stories have merged into a modern art form: “Storyteller” pottery dolls. The art of making clay effigies is as ancient as the Anasazi peoples, who inhabited the deserts of New Mexico many... Read more
The Richness Behind Zuni Jewelry, Religion, and Culture
The Zuni people, an indigenous tribe in the Southwestern United States, are well-known for their intricate and beautiful jewelry. However, there is much more to their jewelry than just its aesthetic appeal. Zuni jewelry represents their traditions, culture, and... Read more
The Snake Dance of the Hopi Indians
The Snake Dance of the Hopi Indians Excerpts from the book by Earle R. Forrest, followed by a personal comment from Palms Trading Company Owner Guy Berger In no other part of the world will you witness a religious ceremony during which the participants dance... Read more
The Story of Famous Handmade Acoma Pottery
The Acoma pottery tradition is one of rich cultural history and intricate beautiful design work. The history of the Acoma People combined with the unique and exquisitely crafted design elements make Acoma pottery exciting and culturally meaningful pieces to own. If... Read more
The Story of Storytellers
The oral tradition is the time-honored way Native American cultures pass traditional values and beliefs from one generation to the next. The first storyteller figurine was created in 1963 by Helen Cordero of Cochiti Pueblo. Representing her grandfather’s way of... Read more
The Symbolism of Turquoise in Native American Tribes
A semi-precious mineral that has been valued by cultures for centuries, turquoise and its symbolism among Native American Indian tribes remains to this day and is responsible for a thriving market of turquoise jewelry and other ornamental items. Behind a mystical and... Read more
The Tale of the Corn Maiden
A story written by Isleta Pueblo carver Andy Abeita, this piece explores the Tale of the Corn Maiden, and the importance of both the figure and all she represents in Pueblo Native American culture. In Pueblo Indian culture, there have been... Read more