The months of October and November are shrouded in controversy surrounding Native American topics. October observes holidays such as Columbus Day and Halloween, while November observes Thanksgiving. Indian country celebrates […]
21st Century Indian Wars: The Dakota Access Pipeline
Last night I had the opportunity to attend a lecture by author Peter Cozzens. Cozzens stopped by the Center of the West to promote his new book The Earth is […]
‘Land of Steam’: Yellowstone National Park and Plains Indians
“Awé Púawishe: Land of Steam” is the Crow translation for Yellowstone National Park August 25, 2016, marks the Centennial Celebration for National Parks in the United States. One hundred years of exploration, […]
Indigenous Sounds in Indian Country
Native Americans and Canadian First Nations have rich connections with music through song and the use of instruments. Social gatherings in Indian country such as powwow and round dance allow […]
