Occoquan – Where the Moyumpse People Once Lived
Tucked away in the middle of Virginia’s modern suburban cities, lies a quaint, charming, small town that harkens to colonial…
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Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday that celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. It…
The Spirit of Black Hawk at Eagle’s Nest
As you’re driving on IL Rt. 2 towards Oregon, Illinois, a Midwest town miles away northwest of Chicago, you will…
Cahokia – An Ancient Native American City in the Most Unexpected Place
In all my time living in Illinois I never imagined that my home would be located in such close proximity…
1621 and the Thanksgiving Myth
One of the most celebrated yet debatable holidays in the United States is Thanksgiving. There are more children’s books written…
How Chief Plenty Coups Chose to Preserve his Cultural Heritage
How do ethnic groups in the United States manage to adapt to mainstream society while at the same time trying…
Sedona – A Connection to the American Indians’ Past
My intention was to spend the bulk of the day leisurely rummaging through the different arts and crafts art galleries…
Montezuma Castle National Monument – How Poor Tourism Planning May Lead to the Disappearance of Cultural Assets
I highly encourage any avid traveler interested in cultural and heritage tourism to visit the Montezuma Castle National Monument, located…
Jamestown: Rediscovering the Powhatans of Virginia
Almost everyone has heard or knows about Pocahontas, the famous daughter of the great Powhatan, Indian chief of the Virginia…
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