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Indigenous peoples in the modern world: A call to end colonial misconceptions and racial stereotyping – National Museum of the American Indian

Posted on 04/09/2021 by website administrator

In the Washington Post [22 November 2017], Kevin Gover, director of the museum, deals with five popular misconceptions about Native America | Read the full story here >> Thanksgiving recalls for many people a meal between European colonists and indigenous Americans … Continue reading →

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“Who is Indian, and what makes a person an Indian?”: Questions debated among members of 565 recognized American Indian tribes

Posted on 27/11/2020 by website administrator

Read the full post: Beyond FAQ: Let’s talk >> My answer? There are many definitions of who is an Indian. As a starting point, “Indian” is a misguided label that spread through Europe after 1492. Native people have always associated themselves … Continue reading →

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Audio | Blood Quantum, Racist Mascots, and Treaty Rights: National Museum of the American – USA

Posted on 08/10/2020 by website administrator

I would say blood quantum has always been an issue. I think Natives have always opposed it. It’s not how we decide who’s Native. It’s not accurate. It’s not even based on anything but what a government agent said 100 … Continue reading →

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“Yes we still matter”: Native people are – through their strength, resilience and creativity – forcing questions like “What kind of country do we want to be?” – A New History of Native Americans

Posted on 27/01/2019 by website administrator

THE HEARTBEAT OF WOUNDED KNEE: Native America From 1890 to the Present by David Treuer (Illustrated, 512 pp., 2019) More information about this book and excerpt >> About the author >>  Book review in The New York Times (20 January 2019) David Treuer: A … Continue reading →

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Native Knowledge 360°: An initiative to inspire and promote improvement of teaching and learning about American Indians – USA

Posted on 12/12/2018 by website administrator

Native Knowledge 360° by the National Museum of the American Indian’s to inspire and promote improvement of teaching and learning about American Indians >> Do you remember the first time YOU learned about American Indians? If you are like most … Continue reading →

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