In 1937, a celebratory event called “Columbus Day” was enacted as a federal holiday, presumably to commemorate the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus. Discovery is a loaded word in […]
Plains Indian Museum
Through its collections, exhibitions, and programs--shares information about the cultures, traditions, and contemporary lives of Native peoples of the Great Plains. Our blog provides a glimpse into the topics we’re exploring.
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 […]
What Do We Call Art (Which Happens to be Indian)? – Points West Online
Originally published in Points West magazineSummer 2004 What Do We Call Art (Which Happens to be Indian)? Rebecca S. WestCurator of Plains Indian Cultures and the Plains Indian Museum Art […]
‘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, […]
Compelling Issues in Contemporary Indian Art – Points West Online
Originally published in Points West magazineSummer 2000 Multiple Influences: Compelling Issues Contemporary Indian Art Sarah E. BoehmeFormer Curator, Whitney Western Art Museum Paintings, sculpture and prints by contemporary Native American […]
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 […]
