Stories of Hope

Celebrating the Power of Native Women and Native Mothers

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The Legend of the White Buffalo Woman One summer a long time ago, the seven sacred council fires of the Lakota Sioux came together and camped. The sun was strong, and the people were starving, for the...

May 12, 2023

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Native connection to Unci Maka–Mother Earth

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For Native Americans, every day is Earth Day. Traditionally and culturally, it is the duty of Native Americans to care for Unci Maka (Grandmother Earth). “We are the land ... that is the fundamental i...

April 21, 2023

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Culture and Identity

The Feather: A symbol of high honor

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In Native American culture it is believed that all things possess an inherent virtue, power, and wisdom. The feather, for example, is a powerful symbol that signifies honor and a connection between th...

January 10, 2023

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Culture

The History and Culture of the Iroquois

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One of the most well-known and influential tribes in Native American history, the Iroquois have a fascinating story. The name "Iroquois" refers to a language, not the particular tribe itself. In fact,...

November 6, 2022

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Culture

The History and Culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Tribe

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The Ojibwe tribe, also known as the Chippewa or Saulteaux, have historically lived in what's now southern Canada, the northern Midwestern United States, and Northern Plains. Known for their trademark ...

October 30, 2022

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Culture

The Past, Present, and Future of the Navajo Nation

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With a rich history and a unique culture, the Navajo Nation is one of North America's most celebrated and well-known native tribes. They were at the center of many conflicts and events in the 19th and...

September 28, 2022

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Stories of Hope

Story of Hope: Starr Chief Eagle

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"If you go to the top of a mountain, you can see [the horizon line] — here is the balance between the earth and the sky. Here they meet. Point your finger to the horizon and follow it," Starr Chief Ea...

September 3, 2021

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Culture

Sioux Native Americans: Their History, Culture, and Traditions

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The Sioux are one of the largest and oldest Native American tribes in North America, dating back three thousand years. With a territory that spanned thousands of square miles at the peak of their stre...

August 1, 2021

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Culture

The Tradition of the Powwow

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The Native American culture is a living, breathing entity. It is a tapestry of tradition and values passed on from generation to generation. One tradition that exemplifies the love of family and commu...

July 25, 2021

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Celebrating the Power of Native Women and Native Mothers

Native connection to Unci Maka–Mother Earth

The Feather: A symbol of high honor

The History and Culture of the Iroquois

The History and Culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Tribe

The Past, Present, and Future of the Navajo Nation

Story of Hope: Starr Chief Eagle

Sioux Native Americans: Their History, Culture, and Traditions

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