Females of all ages in Indigenous communities are more prone to becoming victims of sex trafficking. In 2015, research found that an estimated 40 percent
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In an interview with Paul G the Natives of the Apocalypse (NOTA) group shared their inspiring journey of creating indigenous theater. Comprising four talented Native
California Native American Cultural Guide As one of the largest states in the country, California has a profound Native American heritage that spans the entire
November is a special month in America– Native American Heritage Month! This is a time to honor and recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions,
Quillwork, an ancient and intricate craft deeply rooted in Native American culture, has fascinated artisans and enthusiasts for generations. The timeless beauty of this art
Killers of the Flower Moon, an Apple Original Film set to be released in October 2024 stars Native American actress and breakout star, Lily Gladstone.
Arizona Native American Travel Guide When you think of Arizona, images of the Grand Canyon, the red rocks of Sedona, or the Sonoran Desert might
Ready for another giveaway? Our September(ish) giveaway will run until October 15, 2023. Thanks again to our friends at Eighth Generation for their partnership! This
In the film, “War Pony,” we follow along with two young men as they navigate life in a questionable world. Their world on Pine Ridge
In a world brimming with diverse cultures and rich heritage, there are few experiences as enlightening and enriching as immersing oneself in the traditions and
I’m excited to share my recent adventure with you, as we embarked on a journey to the enchanting city of San Francisco. Our mission? To
In a recent episode of the Pow Wow Life podcast, host Paul Gowder interviewed Byron Graves, an Ojibwe and Lakota author from the Red Lake
The Walt Disney Company has played a major role in advancing the lives of young Native Americans, mainly through funding a generous scholarship that was
Recent Hollywood hits like Oppenheimer, Barbie, and Marvel movies create worlds where many see themselves and can relate to the characters and storyline. However, the
Nestled in the heart of Marin County, California, Muir Woods stands as a testament to the ages. Known for its towering redwoods, it’s a site
New giveaway for August 2023 and new ways to play this time! You can spin the wheel below for a chance at a prize. You
Unraveling Misconceptions: The Organization of Powwows If you’re new to powwows or have been to a few, you may wonder about the ins and outs
When Reese Witherspoon isn’t busy turning best-selling books into movies, like “Where the Crawdads Sing”, she’s bringing the competitive world of surfing right into our
Julia Child was the original food influencer. Her love of cooking and her well-documented journey through the process is the reason she remains beloved in
Calling all film enthusiasts: If you’re searching for a captivating cinematic experience that dives into the Indigenous American culture, look no further! While Native people
Are Pow Wows Open to the Public? The short answer is absolutely yes! Pow Wows are vibrant celebrations of Native American culture that showcase traditional
On Thursday, June 15, 2023, the Supreme Court released their opinion in Haaland v. Brackeen and Indian tribes across the nation breathed a collective sigh
I’m ready for summer! Let’s celebrate summer and Pow Wow season with a giveaway. Thanks to our friends at Eighth Generation for providing the prizes!
The Native American communities of the United States have been a fundamental part of the country’s culture, history, and economy. Throughout the years, many of
The long-awaited 2023 James Beard Award took place on June 5th The ceremony honors for American hospitality by celebrating a wide pool of diverse and
Native American players have made significant contributions to the National Basketball Association (NBA) since its founding. Native Americans have been a vital part of the
Paul McBeth is a professional disc golfer with more than 10 major tournament wins including 6 World Championships. McBeth created a foundation to help grow
Pendleton started weaving the ‘trade blankets’ for the Native Americans sometime in the mid to late 1800s. Its operations were spearheaded by Joe Rawnsley,
Have you shopped Etsy lately? Etsy has become an excellent place for Indigenous creators to sell their goods! You can find shirts, stickers, beadwork, ribbon
Congratulations to your new Miss Indian World! Tori McConnell Yurok and Karuk Tribes of Northwestern California Eureka, California This Miss Indian World Pageant is the
2023 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Countdown to
We’ve all heard of Mr. Beast, the generous king of YouTube. Jimmy Donaldson has a massive following on the platform in recent years due to
A group of students in an Inuit middle school and their teacher invented a number system called “Kaktovik numerals, which looked and functioned differently from
Tony Hawk is the most famous skateboarder ever! He has sold thousands of boards and has his name on a popular video game. Recently, Hawk
For Native Americans, feathers are sacred items with deep religious and cultural significance. Owning feathers is a way of connecting with their heritage and traditions. But
The International Folklore Festival of Fribourg (RFI) is located in the city of Fribourg, Switzerland. Founded in 1973, the RFI is the oldest and most
Ready to save $! Each week, I’ll be bringing you the best deals that I’ve found on Amazon. With so many products and categories to
Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow in North America. The Pow Wow is held the last weekend of April in Albuquerque,
Stage 49 features Indigenous Traditional and Contemporary artists in the following genres: Rock, Blues, Reggae, Hip Hop, Country, Jam Bands, Dance, and much more! Don’t
One of your favorite Marvel series, “What If…?” has now come with season 2, which will have 9 episodes. In fact, season 2 is set
In this step-by-step tutorial from Wandering Bull, you will learn the beautiful art of quillwork, a traditional Native American craft. Our instructor will guide you
Walt Disney recently released a trailer for its new live-action update of the 1953 classic Peter Pan & Wendy. The movie will feature Alyssa Wapanatâhk,
Are you familiar with the Native American Chicken Dance? No, this is not the corny chicken dance people do at skating rinks and school dances.
North America’s Largest Pow Wow April 27-29, 2023 Powwow Grounds Expo New Mexico/Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, NM, U.S.A. Gathering of Nations is the largest Pow Wow
The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow is the largest Pow Wow of the year! I’m excited to head back to Albuquerque, New Mexico again this
The Webby Awards is the leading International Awards organization that honors excellence on the internet, especially in digital arts and sciences. Webby nominees are picked
By now, most of us have heard of some university or corporation having a land acknowledgment ceremony but what exactly is land acknowledgment? According to
For thousands of years, humans have lived as one with nature, creating a meaningful and essential connection with the land, sea, and sky. Historically, Native
Speaking and writing in code is not a novel experience for Native Americans. Symbolism and language are a huge part of Indigenous culture, and historically,
Join Paul G for an interview with several members of the Native American Women Warriors. Native American Women Warriors (NAWW) encourages recognition for Native
Wakonda Forever! Black Panther became a major hit shortly after its release in 2018 and got us all hooked. From its writing to directing and
‘Fancy Dance’ is a much-needed masterpiece that tells the story of an Indigenous woman who goes missing and those left behind. The data on murdered
Ah, Valentine’s Day is just around the bend, and love is in the air! Pink, red, and white cover each store aisle, sparkly ads on
The Cherokee Nation is the largest of three Cherokee-recognized tribes in the US. Recently, dreams came true for the 48-year-old Oklahoma Cherokee citizen and school
Whether it be stereotypical, savage-looking images, prejudiced names, or how stadiums fill up with fans with red-painted faces participating in gestures related to hostility, Native
Grease is a romance movie that has won our hearts ever since its release. But what is more exciting is an all-Indigenous production of the
Over 20 years ago, Brock Mitchell captured a photo of his skateboarder friend, Kyle Young Pine. The black and white photo later became a blueprint
We are proud of Nicole Aunapu Mann, the first Native American NASA astronaut to go for a spacewalk. She, alongside Koichi Wakata of Japan, was
In the earlier half of January, the University of Mary became the subject of an online stir when it prohibited the Native American practice of
Sports are powerful. They unleash a high-spirited side unknown to most of us, create heartfelt stories that spark changes in the community, and shed light
Do you shop at Amazon? I know I do. It is just too easy to order something and have it show up 2 days later.
Learn more – www.powwows.com/win Time for Holiday Shopping! This year be sure to support Indigenous companies and artists! Use our Holiday Gift Guide to start
The season premiere of “Finding Your Roots” reveals a surprising relationship between actor Edward Norton and Pocahontas. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the remarkable roots
Below are the Top most popular stories published on PowWows.com in 2022! Thanks to you for reading and sharing our stories in 2022, I appreciate
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2022 was a great year! Thank You! I’m excited for 2023. I have some exciting projects planned for this year. Plus Pow Wows will be
In February of 2022, Sampson Sixkiller Sinquah (Gila River Pima/ Hopi-Tewa/ Cherokee) competed against 22 competitors at the World Hoop Dance Championships held at the
Native American tribes are leading efforts to restore bison populations across the North American lands on which they once flourished. Bison, also known as the
PowWows.com is hosting a series of performances for Native American Heritage Month sponsored by The US Department of Health and Human Services. Join Paul G
November, popularly celebrated as American Heritage Month, makes it the perfect time to get your hands down on children’s books by Native American authors. Whether
What did you learn in school about Native Americans? Did you only study tribal history during November? Were the topics only centered around early US
Welcome to the 2022 Explore Native Challenge for Native American Heritage Month. During November, I want to challenge you to learn more about Native culture
In 2022, you wouldn’t think things like blatant bigotry and collective punishment still occur in some regions of America, but they unfortunately do. The U.S.
Whenever you’re writing a research paper, a lot of things will need to be taken under consideration. The first issue is the subject of the
Native Americans make up a disproportionately high percentage of inmates in the United States. Experiencing prison life can quickly strip oneself of the important things
After months of work, we have launched a new look and design for PowWows.com! The old design was implemented in 2017. Over the years, we
It’s no secret that the remote work economy is booming. Technology has allowed people to work from anywhere, and companies are taking advantage by hiring
Rez Ball is getting a lot more attention, these days, thanks in part to its portrayal in film in literature. It’s even getting its own
The city of Oakland, California, unveiled a plan last week to return five acres of land to indigenous people. If the plan is approved, it
Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Commonwealth realms for the past 70 years, has passed
Time for our next giveaway! For this month we are giving away 2 Yakima Camp Blankets from Pendleton. Enter for your chance at one of
History was just made in Alaska. Democrat Mary Peltola, who defeated former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin in a special congressional election, will be the first
From fine art to performance art to the masters of the culinary arts, renowned gallerist, TV producer Ruth-Ann Thorn’s series “Art of the City” is dedicated
Nowadays, you don’t have to scroll too far to find a host of grim news and statistics surrounding Native Americans. But while much of the
It’s no secret that inflation has been taking its toll on American society as a whole. But while everyone feels the impact of rising prices,
Native American Macaw Loose Tail Feather Fan. Pow Wow Regalia Fan Has 21 feathers including Blue and Gold, Military, Scarlet and Green wing. Has a
Nicole Aunapu Mann will make history next month as she becomes the first Native American woman to fly into space. Mann, who is enrolled in
2022 Pow Wow Calendar Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple
If you haven’t seen “Prey,” get it on your calendar ASAP. The new prequel to “Predator” doesn’t fit the prototypical prequel mold. It provides a
2022 Pow Wow Calendar Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple
It’s no secret that America is a melting pot of cultures. Yet while some people of European, African, and Native descent, can claim a single
President Joe Biden announce his intention to appoint Marilynn Malerba as treasurer of the United States, which would make her the first Native American to
Is NBA Star Kyrie Irving Native American? There’s been a lot of speculation over whether NBA superstar Kyrie Irving is Native American. Irving was born
Jim Thorpe assumed many titles over the course of his life: Olympian, Gold Medalist, Multi-Sport Athlete, Coach, Hall of Famer, Greatest of All Time. You
The sport of lacrosse has a rich history, dating back to 1100 A.D. It’s since exploded in popularity, with high school and college participation spiking
Join Paul G to discuss common questions about Pow Wows. Can I attend a Pow Wow? How do I find a Pow Wow? What do
2022 Pow Wow Calendar Check the list below for the latest Pow Wows added to our calendar and ones coming up in the next couple
NICE 11 PIECE CUT BEADED NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN LEGGINGS, MOCCASINS, AND BEADED SET This nice 11 piece Native American Indian ribbonwork design dance set features
The PowWows.com Youtube Channel has hundreds of Pow Wow videos! The channel currently has 66,000 subscribers! We are ready to grow to 100,000 subscribers to