Photo Gallery: Indigenous Fashion Takeover
“I was out in Omak at a convention for basket weavers put on by the Colville Tribe learning how to weave a root basket with a couple of girlfriends. The tiny little baskets are surprisingly labor intensive, we poured 16 hours into these little things and just barely finished. My girlfriends and I are all […]
A Guide to Packing Lightly & Breezing Thru The Airport
Traveling by airplane can seem overwhelming, especially if you don’t travel all the time. You have to remember to pack only what you need (and none of the ‘just in case’ clothes or accessories) while making sure whatever you pack is compliant with the TSA rules. We chat with Tanaya Winder (Duckwater Shoshone, Southern Ute, […]
Behind Miss Alaska’s Stunning Miss USA 2017 Custom Dress
A standout moment of last night’s Miss USA 2017 competition? Miss Alaska Alyssa London making the top 10, of course. Alaska was called out as the last spot of the top ten, alongside the most diverse group of girls the competition has ever seen. A post shared by Joey Galon (@joeygalon) on May 13, 2017 at […]
Fashion Friday: The Cutest Purses of Right Now
With the temperatures on the rise, it’s time to retire that black boho bag for the rest of the season and invest in a unique, handmade leather purse adorned with beaded designs and fringes. We’re currently obsessed with these leather purses by Bobbi Palczewski Purses. Mother and daughter duo, Bobbi Palczewski and Jessie Longbrake/Palczewski (Lakota) are the […]
Explore Indian Country: Monument Valley
Since the 1930’s Monument Valley has appeared in hundreds of movies, tv shows, video games, music videos, and even album covers across all genres. Some may say that Monument Valley is a part of pop culture. However, Monument Valley is a beautiful place full of history and purpose to many tribes around the area, including […]
The Cheyenne River Youth Project® Encourages Lifelong Wellness Practices Through Teen Internship Program
EAGLE BUTTE, SD (May 17, 2017) — For nearly 30 years, the Cheyenne River Youth Project® has been dedicated to building and nurturing healthy children through its innovative, resourceful youth programs. The launch of CRYP’S teen internship program at the Cokata Wiconi (Center of Life) teen center nearly three years ago took this vision to […]
Explore Indian Country: 5 Things to do in California this Summer
California’s Native communities share a rich, vibrant history, unlike any other state. Scheduling a visit to one of these Native destinations is a great way to experience new adventures and share your stories. Here is our list of things to check out in California this month for all things Native! 37th Annual Big Time Festival […]
The Native Max Travel Guide to Chickasaw Nation
Happy National Travel and Tourism Week (May 7-13 this year)! National Travel and Tourism Week highlights travel and tourism all over the country, including Indian Country. Chickasaw Country, which encompasses 7,600 square miles and includes 13 counties in south-central Oklahoma, is rich in Chickasaw culture and history. Chickasaw Country is sprawling with fun things to see and do […]
To Do: Taboo by Virgil Ortiz at King Galleries
Taboo is the concept of the unacceptable or forbidden. It ranges from topics we avoid in polite conversation, to that which society prescribes as outside its current social, sexual, cultural or political mores. Many actions or even social groups, which were once considered “taboo”, are now part of the mainstream. When does that which is […]
To Do: Native American Fashion: Inspiration, Appropriation, and Cultural Identity Program in NYC
Native American Fashion: Inspiration, Appropriation and Cultural Identity will explore fashion as a creative endeavor and an expression of cultural identity; the history of Native fashion; issues of problematic cultural appropriation in the field; and examples of creative collaborations and best practices between Native designers and fashion brands. The program features distinguished academic and legal […]
