Monthly Archives: September 2014

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29 September 2014; Kwahu (Eagle) Kachina

This stunning kachina is Kwahu, or the Eagle. Kwahu is easily identified by the beaked mask and the wings of eagle feathers. Though early Kwahu Kachinas were made with actual eagle feathers, modern Kwahu are made from carved wood or feathers that have been dyed to resemble those of eagles. […]

22 September 2014; Corn Husk Doll

Almost all native tribes have dolls, but none are so common as the Corn Husk Doll. Like the one featured above, these dolls are made from the husks of corn. Historically they were made by many of the tribes that grew corn, and each one had a different story to […]

15 September 2014; Seasons of Change

As we slide into Fall, we’ve gotten a new list of suggestions to share from our new interactive Seasons of Change exhibit! Turn off lights – Gracee Be modest with water usage and east less meat Turn off the lights when not using them or in a different room – […]