Heishi Beading
At Palms Trading Company, we offer beautiful pieces of art from Native American Indian artisans. Many of these pieces of art are hand-crafted using techniques passed down through generations, just like the techniques used to create the heishi beads. Ancient Traditions... Read more
Historical Symbolism of Native American Turquoise Jewelry
When it comes to turquoise jewelry, for many people, the first and most natural association is with the Indigenous Pueblo tribes of the Southwestern United States. For centuries, craftspeople from this region have constructed beautiful and intricate pieces of... Read more
History and Story of Mata Ortiz Pottery: Why Oral Tradition Matters
Mata Ortiz pottery is a unique style of ceramics from the village of Mata Ortiz in Chihuahua, Mexico. Craftsmanship has been passed down for generations and remains a living part of the culture. Today, Mata Ortiz pottery is highly sought after by collectors around the... Read moreHoliday Celebrations on the Pueblos
There are many different traditions when it comes to celebrating the holidays, but the holiday celebrations on the Pueblos are unlike any other. Tradition When the Spanish arrived in the 16th century, they began converting the Pueblo peoples to Catholicism. The... Read more
Honesty is Always the Best Policy at Palms Trading Company
Is honesty in the Native American jewelry business diminishing? Do you know what the origin of your jewelry is and what it is really made of? Here at Palms, we strive daily to give accurate and truthful information about the Native American art we buy and sell.... Read moreHonoring Native American Indian Veterans
November 11th has long been the day set aside to recognize the contributions military veterans have made to the security and grandeur of our country. Unfortunately, because of cultural differences and military classification, some veterans have not received the... Read more
Hopi Kachina Dolls: Stories & History
There is certainly no shortage of unique Native American origin stories and history, regardless of the tribe, as Native American culture is steeped in interesting folklore, especially when it comes to art. That’s why Palms Trading Company is excited to share with you... Read more
Hopi Tribe – The Peaceful Ones
Nestled on around 2,500 miles in Northeastern Arizona, the Hopi tribe has around 20,000 residents and is widely known for its beautiful arts and cultural tradition. The name Hopi is the shortened version of the name Hopituh Shi-nu-mu, which in their indigenous... Read more