The open hand is a symbol that has been used in diverse cultures all over the world for thousands of years. From the ancient Egyptians to the Mesopotamians, the Phoenicians to the Native Americans, it has a varied and rich history

When European settlers first arrived on the shores of the North American continent, they found not an empty place but a seemingly unlimited landscape that had been home for thousands of years to a vast array of diverse groups of Native Americans. As the United States was established, Native Ameri...

It’s December – which means winter is here and the coldest months of the year are upon us. There’s no better way to stay warm and cozy, and at the same time stylish, than with a stunning Native American blanket and apparel from Oregon’s iconic Pendleton Woolen Mills - or a unique coat, poncho, or...

The year is gradually winding up and Christmas will be here before we know it! Not just Christmas either – Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Bodhi Day all fall in December. Various Native American tribes also have important holidays at this time of the year, including Soyal (Winter Solstice Ceremony) for th...

The beautiful Native American jewelry available for purchase at Indian Traders has been crafted primarily by silversmiths and artisans from the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi communities. Renowned for its striking aesthetics and precision, these pieces feature the sterling silver overlay (Hopi) and inlay...

The interest in traditional Native American culture and history is ever-growing and tourism attached to this is booming, especially in the Southwest. From Colorado and Utah to the Mexican border, visiting the homelands of the USA’s first peoples is a rich experience that is not to be missed, and ...

In exciting news for all animal lovers, this summer saw the birth of a rare white bison (American buffalo) calf in Yellowstone National Park at Lamar Valley, Wyoming. This is of particular significance to Native Americans, especially the tribes of the Great Plains, as the white buffalo is sacred ...

Without question, the history of European settlement in what is now the USA, and how it impacted our Native peoples over centuries and to this day, is troublesome. Yet there have been brighter times of hope, respect, and recognition of our Native American brothers and sisters. Countless non-Nativ...

Turquoise is a striking stone and, while it is found in locations throughout the world, it is perhaps most associated with the US Southwest. Most specifically, it is synonymous with the Native American tribes of this region – especially the Navajo and the Zuni. What is Turquoise? Turquoise is a s...