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Alameda: Worker uncovers American Indian remains
Bone fragments found in neighborhood of Ohlone shellmound
National Museum of the American Indian in New York Highlights Contemporary Native Artwork From Crow's Shadow Press
The National Museum of the American Indian, Gustav Heye Center in New York presents "Making Marks: Prints from Crow's Shadow," an exhibition now on view through Jan. 5, 2014. The exhibition showcases 18 works by seven contemporary Native American artists.
Modern Art On The Old Frontier? Two George Catlin Exhibits Reveal A Lost American Avant-Garde
Painting was George Catlin's second career. He trained as a lawyer, practicing law for several years before deciding that that time had come for America to develop an indigenous art form, independent of European influence, and that he was the man for the task. In the spring of 1830, he headed for the frontier with canvas and brushes. Two concurrent exhibitions, one at London's National Portrait ...
Choctaw artist to be featured in Smithsonian American Indian event
Dylan Cavin, a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and a Norman resident, will be honored as the featured artist at Choctaw Days the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. on June 21-22.
Hopi Carver Gerry Quotskuyva: 'Art Is a Responsibility'
Often referred to as the Michaelangelo of Hopi carvers, Gerry Quotskuyva (Hopi Bear Strap Clan with Yaqui and Hispanic heritage) says “it’s typecasting to hand a Hopi a knife an...
Colorado couple's $800,000 gift supports Colonial Williamsburg American Indian initiative
WILLIAMSBURG – Colonial Williamsburg’s American Indian initiative has received a gift from Douglas N. Morton and Marilyn L. Brown of Englewood, Colo. The couple has contributed $800,000 to establish the Douglas N. Morton and Marilyn L. Brown American Indian Fund, which will provide significant support for the programs for many years.
Justices invalidate Arizona voter registration law
By Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday struck down an Arizona law that required people registering to vote in federal elections to show proof of citizenship, a victory for activists who said it had discouraged Native Americans and Latinos from voting. In a 7-2 vote, the court, in an opinion written by conservative Justice Antonin Scalia, ruled the voter ...
Justices invalidate Arizona voter registration law
By Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday struck down an Arizona law that required people registering to vote in federal elections to show proof of citizenship, a victory for activists who said it had discouraged Native Americans and Latinos from voting. In a 7-2 vote, the court, in an opinion written by conservative Justice Antonin Scalia, ruled the voter ...
Supreme Court invalidates Arizona voter registration law
The Supreme Court on Monday struck down an Arizona law that required people registering to vote in federal elections to show proof of citizenship, a victory for activists who say it discouraged Native Americans and Latinos from voting.
NM delegation pushes to improve tribal education
New Mexico's congressional delegation has introduced a bill aimed at improving tribal education and preserving Native American language in schools.
Native Americans prepare to defend homelands, walk across America
Photo one: Dawn Dyer: Havasupai sacred land at Red Butte. Photo 3 IEN Norway: Ben Powless Native Americans focused on defending their homelands and upholding the Rights of Nature during June, as they prepared for non-violent resistance to the threats of the tarsands pipeline, uranium mining and coal-fired power plants.
Choctaw Days Cultural Festival at National Museum of the American Indian
Choctaw Days is returning to the Smithsonian’s ...
Legion Baseball Roundup: Mariners take Arthur Tourney; Loggers sweep Lakers
DILLON — The Mission Valley Mariners won their second American Legion baseball tournament of the season on Sunday with a 9-6 victory over the Bitterroot Bruins in the championship game of the Maybelle
Couple who found 400-year-old native American skeleton in their backyard left with $5,000 bill - because they had to ...
A couple in Sarnia, Canada found a 400-year-old skeleton in their backyard earlier this month, and are now being saddled with the ensuing archeological assessment of their property - a $5,000 bill
Okla. Rep. files bill for native veterans memorial
<p><div></p> <p>OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An Oklahoma congressman has introduced legislation to build a memorial to Native American veterans in Washington, D.C.</p> <p&g...
Our view Western Warriors survive challenge
Bay City Western’s mascot will continue to be the “Warriors,” thanks to a decision by the U.S. Education Department’s Office of Civil Rights.
Miners roll past Hawks, fall short vs. Mariners; Split moves Butte to 2-2 on the weekend at Dillon tournament
The Butte Miners romped past the Great Falls Hawks 15-7 before falling to the Mission Valley Mariners 10-0 on Saturday afternoon to move to 2-2 on the weekend at the Maybelle Arthur American L…
Legion baseball: Lakers 2-1 in Palouse Tourney
PULLMAN, Wash. — The Kalispell Lakers’ AA American Legion baseball team entered the final day of pool play with a chance to claim the top seed in their pool at the Summer Palouse Tournament.
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Legion baseball: Mariners fall short vs. Bruins
DILLON — The Bitterroot Bruins scored a run in the top of the seventh inning to edge the Mission Valley Mariners 6-5 on Friday at the Maybelle Arthur American Legion baseball tournament.
