Weaving Ties to Ancestors
Artisans in Hawai‘i are preserving “ulana lauhala,” or the weaving of hala plant leaves into everything from bracelets to sails.
Culture Keepers
Making Their Marks
Twin Swinomish artists are carving their own path while carrying on Coast Salish traditions.
Far From the Finish Line: Indian Relay Horse Racing Perseveres Through Generations, Despite Its Risks
A look behind the scenes of Indian relay horse racing, a challenging sport that has persevered from the days of the Pony Express.
Gloves that Run the Gauntlet
Northern Shoshoni glovemaker Leo Arriwite‘s family has crafted leather gloves that have been prized throughout the West for generations.
Native Negotiations are a Winning Alternative to Courts
Courts are adopting Native negotiation methods to avoid antagonistic lawsuits.
Waking a Language from Its Slumber
Taíno researchers stitch together thousands of Indigenous words to rebuild their language, one that was lost generations ago.
The Indigenous Origins of Maple Syrup
Indigenous peoples in Canada and the northeastern United States are reviving their ancient practice of gathering maple sap and creating their own syrup.
Mexico’s Legendary Xoloitzcuintli, the Hairless Dog
Rescuing the Day of the Dead’s famous xolo dog.
Bolstering Artisans of the Americas
Heidi McKinnon set up shop to support and share the beautiful, handmade works of Indigenous artisans.
Planting Seeds of Restoration
A Nimíipuu student creates a computer model to bring back dogbane to the Nez Perce Reservation.