It used to be a tradition that parents would make their children dolls to play with. This was a time before we could go to the nearest store and buy the latest toy for our children. In fact, children would even make their own dolls. It is believed that Native Americans have been making corn …
Tomahawks are among some of the most known and easily identifiable items of Native American culture. They appear very basic in terms of the make-up of the tool, but it might not be as simple to make as you think! In today’s article, we’re going to examine how you can make a tomahawk, what exactly …
Dreamcatchers are made by Native Americans, but they are now sold everywhere. Their exact origin is unknown, but they are thought to have first been created by the Anishinaabe people in Canada. Dream catchers are used to catch and trap nightmares whilst allowing good dreams to travel through their feathers. They are thought to have …
In stereotypical renditions of Native Americans, we are always used to seeing elders and shamans wreathed in thick layers of smoke. Smoke has been associated with Native American tribes and rituals for a long time, but most people don’t understand the true nature of this, and why it is important to their culture. If you …
Shamans are people who have the ability to communicate with spirits, and in some cases, can also heal others. They usually do this by using their own body as an instrument of communication between themselves and other beings. Shamans are often considered spiritual leaders or teachers, but they are not always tied to religion. In …
Here, we are going to uncover whether or not Native Americans have facial hair. The answer is yes and no. Yes, they do have facial hair, but it’s a different kind of facial hair than what you’d be used to seeing. The truth about the Native American people is that there were many tribes in …
Totem poles are wood carvings that were made by Native American tribes to symbolize mythical characters or to communicate the experiences of ancestors. They are highly spiritual and symbolic objects and can be great fun to make and display in your home. They’re amazing art pieces, but creating a totem pole from wood is very …
When most of us consider Indigenous Americans, our minds conjure up images of teepees as their place of residence, not the wigwam. The renowned teepee has been a popular feature at fairs, rodeos and other areas that are known to have a native American influence. Origins However, the tepee wasn’t used by all Indian tribes. …
Native American arrows are a significant element of Native American heritage. They were hand-crafted by various tribes to symbolize the people using the arrows. The tribes could be recognized by the special marking on the arrows. Modern-day Indian arrows are created to be used as Native American décor such as wall art. Native American arrowheads …
All it takes is an hour of practice for you to be able to play the Native American flute and express your emotions beautifully. There has even been a study conducted on those who play the Native American flute which found that it made them more resilient to stress. You don’t even need any experiences …
