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Exploring the rich archives of Native American culture through art, craftsmanship, history, and the beauty of its people. Pfp credit: Takes Enemy (Subject), Gertrude Käsebier (Photographer) Banner: Jack Davis
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Hollow Horn Bear Date: 1907 Artist: Edward S. Curtis

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Wedding Basket Date: c. 1895 Artist: Pomo Northern California, United States

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“The foxes run. The foxes die. I mourn them, but I understand that there is danger in mourning for those who would not mourn for you in return. Empathy is for those who can afford it. Empathy is for the privileged. Empathy is not for Nature.” — Tanya Tagaq, Split Tooth

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Native American Baskets Photographer: Adam Clark Vroman Date: ca. 1900

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Bow Guard (Ketoh) Date: 1900–20 Artist: Navajo (Diné)

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Woman's Dress Sioux (Teton) ca. 1880

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"We must protect the forests for our children, grandchildren, and children yet to be born. We must protect the forests for those who can't speak for themselves such as the birds, animals, fish, and trees." — Qwatsinas (Hereditary Chief Edward Moody), Nuxalk Nation

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Ceremonial Robe Western Apache ca. 1880

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A Hopi Mother Date: 1921 Artist: Edward S. Curtis

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Frame Drum Native American (Hupa, probably) 19th century

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Raven Rattle Artist: Native American (Tshimshian probably) Date: 19th century

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Tobacco bag with pipe-stem case Northern Cheyenne, Native American ca. 1870

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Mask Yup'ik, Native American ca. 1900

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A Jicarilla chief. Artist: Edward S. Curtis

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Dance Blanket with Diving Whale and Raven Motifs Date: Late 19th century Artist: Chilkat Tlingit

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Quanah Parker, Comanche Chief

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Polychrome Jar Date: c. 1900 Artist: Cochiti

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Bowcase and Quiver Nez Perce, Native American ca. 1870

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Toknovije, Walapai girl. Artist:Curtis, Edward S. Date: 1907

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“Murder can heal if applied sparingly. Murder can feed us. Life murders us every day.” — Tanya Tagaq, Split Tooth

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Arikara Girl Date: 1908 Artist: Edward S. Curtis

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