Situated throughout the southwest are dozens of historic pueblos, some of which date back for centuries. These Pre-Columbian towns and villages, which are primarily located in the American Southwest, were often situated in defensive positions on high mesas, cliffs, and in canyons. The term “pueblo” was first used by Spanish Explorers to describe the communities Read More ...
For the earth he drew a straight line, For the sky a bow above it; White the space between for day-time, Filled with little stars for night-time; On the left a point for sunrise, On the right a point for sunset, On the top a point for noontide, And for rain and cloudy weather Waving Read More ...
While Native American History is well documented, there are hundreds of interesting facts and trivia about our first Americans that many people are not aware of. This article examines a few of these. ~~~~~~~ According to the 2010 Census, 5.2 million people in the United States are identified as American Indian and Alaska Native, either Read More ...
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Arrowmaker, an Ojibwa brave, by the Detroit Photographic Co., 1903
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Ceremony and rituals have long played a vital and essential role in Native American culture. Often referred to as “religion,” most Native Americans did not consider their spirituality, ceremonies, and rituals as “religion,” in the way that Christians do. Rather, their beliefs and practices form a integral and seamless part of their very being.
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Dave and Kathy during their visit to Tombstone, AZ in 2007
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A terrific site. Love the American West. Greetings from Down Under!
A terrific site. Love the American West. Greetings from Down Under!
Glad to have you here Glenn!