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Rainbows are magical symbols known throughout the world for good fortune, joy and renewal. To be touched by a rainbow is a euphoric experience. For many tribes a rainbow is the path that leads to the spirit world. Artist: R.E.R. Tribe: Unknown -
Most Native Americans refer to the moon as “Grandmother Moon”. The moon is a feminine symbol, and Native people consider the moon sacred. Without the moon, the tides of the ocean would not move. Without the moon, the earth would spin out of control. Our crops were planted according to the moon, and our calendars were kept by monitoring the moon. There are 13 full moons in one calendar year. Native Americans hold deep respect for our Grandmother the Moon. -
One of the oldest form of Native American Women’s Dance is Buckskin. This is a dance of elegance and grace. The movement is smooth and flowing. The ladies wear fine, hand-crafted buckskin dresses, decorated with intricate bead designs. A shawl is carried on the arm and a fan in the opposite hand Artist: Tadpole Tribe: Unknown -
Salmon are an extremely important animal to both the lifestyle and the spirituality of many Native American cultures, especially the tribes of the Northwest Coast and theColumbia River. Artist: Lomboy Tribe: Grand Ronde -
For many Native Americans, the dragonfly represents our Ancestors. It is a very important symbol of transformation and changing of worlds. Even when our loved ones aregone, they are always with us… Artist: Antionette Tribe: Unknown -
In tribes, such as the Blackfoot and Apache, Fox is associated with fire and the sun, and according to some myths, it was Fox who stole fire to bring to the people. Artist: Tad Pole Tribe: Unknown -
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