Wampum Bags
Description: In 1796, the Davidson brothers, John and Robert, came to western Pennsylvania as the first settlers of a heavily wooded valley along the Beaver River. They settled on a 200-acre tract that they received half for settling and purchased the balance for $100. The brothers named the area Wampum, after the traditional shell beads of the Eastern Woodlands tribes of Native Americans. Wampum would eventually attract additional settlers, and hosted one of the few trading posts in the in region, and later, would be a key railroad junction for coal, passenger, and cargo lines. Located 35 miles from Pittsburgh, Wampum remains an out-of-the-way borough with a population under 600, so the sentiment of this '70s era tourist design still holds true today.
Description: The Hiawatha Wampum Belt of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy on the back of a turtle. Includes tree of peace and the eagle too!
Hiawatha Wampum Belt on Turtle Bag
by Contemporary Native Art by Tom Myer
$19 $24
Description: This bold vintage artwork asks the timeless question: “Where the hell is Wampum, Pennsylvania?” Featuring distressed old-west style lettering and a graphic of Native American riders on horseback, this design captures a rustic, frontier-inspired aesthetic with a distressed finish. Perfect for lovers of small-town humor, Americana, and unique novelty graphics, it blends history with attitude for a standout retro look. Whether you’re from Pennsylvania, love road trip curiosities, or just enjoy a good laugh in classic style, this design is a must-have for your collection.
