Native Pillows
Description: Black Hawk, born Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak, (1767 – October 3, 1838) was a war leader and warrior of the Sauk American Indian tribe in what is now the Midwest of the United States. Although he had inherited an important historic medicine bundle from his father, he was not a hereditary civil chief. Black Hawk earned his status as a war chief or captain by his actions: leading raiding and war parties as a young man, and a band of Sauk warriors during the Black Hawk War of 1832. During the War of 1812, Black Hawk had fought on the side of the British against the U.S., hoping to push white American settlers away from Sauk territory. Later he led a band of Sauk and Fox warriors, known as the British Band, against European-American settlers...
Description: The Occupation of Alcatraz was an occupation of Alcatraz Island by 89 American Indians who called themselves Indians of All Tribes (IOAT). The Alcatraz Occupation lasted for nineteen months, from November 20, 1969, to June 11, 1971, and was forcibly ended by the U.S. government.
Description: The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation are the Bitterroot Salish, Kootenai and Pend d'Oreilles (Upper Kalispel) (pronounced: “pond-oray”) tribes. They were incorrectly called the Flathead Indians by the first Europeans who came to the area. The Flatheads call themselves Salish, meaning “the people”. These people never practiced head flattening, but the Columbia River tribes who shaped the front of the head to create a pointed appearance spoke of their neighbors, the Salish, as "flatheads" in contrast. The Flatheads lived between the Cascade Mountains and Rocky Mountains. The Salish (Flatheads) initially lived entirely east of the Continental Divide but established their headquarters near the eastern...
Description: Join the movement for justice and equality with this powerful phrase that's sure to resonate with anyone who's been affected by violence against indigenous women. Perfect for those who believe in the importance of awareness and action, this quote is a powerful way to honor the memories of loved ones and advocate for change. Whether you're an advocate, survivor, or simply someone who cares, this phrase is sure to inspire.
Description: Indigenous Totem Art: Sacred Thunderbird Spirit — A striking Indigenous totem art depicts a powerful Thunderbird, a legendary guardian spirit in many Pacific Northwest cultures. Bold black formline shapes, contrasted with deep red and midnight blue, create a dynamic sense of movement and protection. The symmetrical wings, fierce beak, and symbolic markings honor ancestral stories of strength, transformation, and natural balance. This Thunderbird design reflects cultural resilience, sacred tradition, and the enduring artistry of Indigenous peoples.
Description: In American native lore the owl is an animal spirit guide and helps navigate through dark periods in your life. As a symbol of change the owl can visit the unconscious areas of your soul and bring enlightenment and experience to your waking mind. The Greeks revered the goddess Athena, whose symbol was the owl and thus the bird became the representative of higher wisdom in ancient cultures. This design in black, white and red depicts a horned owl in stylized graphic design.
Description: Mechanical Thunderbird Art: Industrialized Indigenous Totem Art — This striking artwork reimagines the Indigenous Thunderbird as a modern mechanical totem, blending ancestral symbolism with industrial precision. Intricate gears, metallic patterns, and engineered lines form the powerful wings, beak, and talons, honoring the Thunderbird’s role as a guardian spirit while reflecting contemporary technology. This fusion of tradition and machinery creates a bold, futuristic tribute to Indigenous cultural strength and storytelling
