Cedarville Rancheria
The Cedarville Rancheria is a federally recognized tribe of Northern Paiute people in Modoc County, California.
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Old Style Side Step Jingle Dance
The story of the Jingle Dress Dance begins in Whitefish Bay, a reserve village located on the shores of Lake of the Woods in southwestern Ontario. Small and isolated, it is a Native community where traditional values and sensibilities still flourish.
Arts and Crafts of the Apache Tribes
The Apache tribes are well known for their beautiful and practical arts and crafts. Out of all their skills, basket weaving stands out as the one they are most famous for. Apache people also make beadwork, clothing, pottery, and carvings. Each branch of the Apache tribes has their own special styles and techniques, shaped by their environment and traditions. Basket Weaving: The Best-Known Apache Craft Basket weaving is the most well-known and respected Apache craft. Apache women, especially from the…
The Grand Entry
Although pow wows may differ, depending on the location or type, and the exact order may be different, the Grand Entry usually starts off the festivities. Here is the usual order at Northern Pow Wows.
Host drums and drum groups
Music for pow-wow dance competitions and other activities is provided by a “Drum,” which is a closely knit group of singers who play a large, specially designed drum and sing traditional songs. They are also often called a Drum Group.
The Pow Wow Announcer, Arena director, and Head Dancers
The Pow Wow Announcer, Arena director and Head Dancers lead the pow wow activities and make sure the powwow runs smoothly.