Rattle Vintage Horn

Rattle Vintage Horn

Vintage 12.5″ Long Horn Rattle

This Rattle Vintage Horn is in excellent condition.  The crafter made it with a very white Horn.  He added a nice beveled wood handle.   He added a hole at the bottom for a cord strap or hanging handle.  You will see a sticker that says R-5 at the bottom.  This rattle is very well made.  It measures 12.5″ long.  The rattle part is 2.75″ long.

It will make a fine addition to your collection or a special rattle to use at your next event.  One of a Kind!

Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. The Horn Rattle can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum. You can strike a Horn Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it. Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.

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Rattle Horn Handmade

Rattle Horn Handmade

Rattle Horn Handmade

These Handmade Horn Rattles come from an Iroquois artisan.   They feature real Horn tops and handmade wood handles.  The artisan stains the handles but leaves the wood ends of the Rattle natural.  Each has a Deerskin Leather Lacing loop at the end.

Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. The Horn Rattle can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum.   You can strike a Horn Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it.  Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.

We offer three sizes:

  • Small Approx 6″ long
  • Medium Approx 9″ long
  • Large Approx 11″ long

These Rattles are individually made, so the stain colors and Deerskin Lacing colors will vary.  Please let us choose.  The Rattle size varies according to the length of the handle.

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Elm Bark Rattle

Elm Bark Rattle

Elm Bark Rattle

Traditional crafters made an Elm Bark Rattle from folded and dried Elm Bark with a natural branch handle.  Our crafter wraps Top Grain Deerskin Leather Lacing around the bark. He also laces Top Grain Deerskin Leather Lacing through the handle.

Native American Dancers use Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. Musicians can hit Rattles against the palm of their hand, or shake them. Elm Bark Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument. Native peoples used them before contact with Europeans and still use them today.

This item is only available once per year,  stock is limited!

Choose from three sizes.

  • Small (Rattle head is approx. 3″-4″ total length 5″-7″ long)
  • Medium (Rattle head is 4″-8″approx.  total length is 9″-10″ long)
  • Large     (Rattle head is 7″-8″ approx. total length 11″-14″ long)

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Rattle Antique Elm Bark

Rattle Antique Elm Bark

Antique Elm Bark Rattle

Traditional crafters make Elm Bark Rattles from folded and dried Elm Bark with a natural branch handle.  The crafter wrapped the bottom of this rattle with strips of natural wood and did not add a separate handle.  This antique Elm Bark Rattle measures 11″ long and 3.25″ at its widest point.  This rattle is antique but in very good condition for its age. It will make a unique and attractive addition to your collection. One of a Kind!

Crafters fold the elm bark and bind the bottom to create a hollow container.   They fill them with small objects like dried corn, pebbles, or seeds. They may attach a separate piece of wood for a handle so someone can hold it while they are shaking it.  Native American Dancers use Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. Musicians can hit Rattles against the palm of their hand, or shake them. Elm Bark Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument. Native peoples used them before contact with Europeans and still use them today.

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Rattle Sweetgrass and Birchbark

Rattle Sweetgrass and Birchbark

Handmade Sweetgrass Rattle with Quilled Birchbark Top

Don’t miss this handmade Rattle Sweetgrass and Birchbark!  The crafter used a natural branch for the handle.  He wound blades of Sweetgrass to create the main part of the rattle.  At the top he attached a piece of natural Birchbark.  On this he created a star design with Purple and White Porcupine Quills.  The Rattle measures about 11 inches long overall.  The top measures 2 inches from the handle to the top.  The flat top measures 2.5 inches in diameter with a 1.5 inch wide quilled design.  One of a Kind!

Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument.  Native American crafters regularly use Bark, Gourds and Turtle Shells to make Rattles.  They use bark from the White Birch and Sweetgrass to make baskets.  Or in this case a unique rattle!   To create quillwork designs, they gather and dye American Porcupine Quills.  After they soak and flatten them, they carefully attach them to Birchbark to create botanical and geometric designs.  Porcupine Quillwork is a classic Native American craft.   One of a Kind!

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Horn Rattle

Horn Rattle

Cow Horn Rattle

Traditionally, Native Americans use Horn Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. These Rattles can also sometimes accompany the Water Drum.   Strike this Rattle against the palm of the hand, or shake it.

Native Americans did not use cow horn to make Rattles until after European contact. Prior to the introduction of cows, Natives of the Northeast had to use Bark, Gourd and Turtle Shell to make Rattles.

Ours are made with natural cow horn and a wood handle.

They measure approx. 11″ long.

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Rattle 9″ Gourd with Beaded Handle

Rattle 9" Gourd with Beaded Handle

Handmade Beaded Gourd Rattle with Horsehair

This Gourd Rattle features beautiful Peyote Stitch decorations at the top and bottom of the handle. The crafter made it using a small Bell Gourd. He used a wood dowel for the handle. For the geometric designs he used 11/0 Seed Beads in White, Royal Blue, Turquoise, Periwinkle, Transparent Red, Yellow, Green and Black.  3″ of  Deerskin Leather Fringe hangs from the bottom.  2.5″ of White Horsehair extends from the top section of beaded decoration.

This Rattle does not come with ‘rattles’.  You can easily remove the top and the Gourd to add your own dry corn, beans, stones or seed beads to create the sound you like.  The rattle measures 9″ long not including the Deerskin Fringe at the bottom. The little gourd measures 4″ in circumference and about 1.5″ long.   The Peyote Stitch Beadwork sections measure 4″ long on the bottom and 7/8″ long at the top.  One of a Kind!

The dance for which this Rattle was made is called the Gourd Dance. The gourd dance is a Kiowa dance ceremony. The dance honors all warriors and veterans. Learn about the Gourd Dance!

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Rattle 10″ Gourd with Light Blue Beaded Handle

Rattle 10" Gourd with Light Blue Beaded Handle

Handmade Peyote Stitch Beaded Gourd Rattle

This Gourd Rattle features a carved wood handle and beautiful Peyote Stitch beadwork. The crafter made it using a real Bell Gourd with a scalloped cut edge. He carved the wood handle and stained it a mahogany brown. For the geometric and feather designs he used sparkling 11/0 Cut Seed Beads in Light Blue, White, Periwinkle, Red, Yellow, Green, Pink and Black.  7.5″ of  Twisted Deerskin Leather Fringe hangs from the bottom.

The rattle measures about 10″ long not including the Twisted Deerskin Fringe at the bottom. The gourd measures about 7″ in circumference and about 2.5″ long.   The Peyote Stitch Beadwork section measures 3.25″ long.  This Rattle came from a collection.  You will see signs of wear.  It is in very good, usable condition.  One of a Kind!

The dance for which this Rattle was made is called the Gourd Dance. The gourd dance is a Kiowa dance ceremony. The dance honors all warriors and veterans. Learn about the Gourd Dance!

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Rattle Gourd with Carved Handle

Gourd rattle with carved handle.

16″ Hand Carved Gourd Rattle With Horse Hair

This Gourd Rattle with Carved Handle features beautiful Peyote Stitch decoration at the top of the rattle. The crafter made it using a small Bell Gourd. He or she hand carved a wood dowel for the handle. The beaded geometric designs are made with Seed Beads in White, Royal Blue, Turquoise, Orange, Red, Yellow and Black. 3″ of White Horsehair extends from the top section of beaded decoration.

The rattle measures 16″ long and the little gourd measures 3″ in diameter and about 3″ long.   The Peyote Stitch Beadwork sections measure 1″ long. One of a Kind!

The dance for which this Rattle was made is called the Gourd Dance. The gourd dance is a Kiowa dance ceremony. The dance honors all warriors and veterans. Learn about the Gourd Dance!

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How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles

How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles

How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles

Primitive Percussion Instruments for Modern Use. By Bernard S. Mason. 206 pgs. Softcover.

How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles: Primitive Percussion Instruments for Modern Use is a reprint of the 1938 edition.

How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles is a guidebook that includes instructions for how to make a variety of drums. You can use everyday materials like flower pots, coffee cans, buckets, etc.  How to Make Drums, Tomtoms and Rattles also has instructions for making drumsticks and rattles.

ISBN 0486218899

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Rattle Painted Geometric

Rattle Painted Geometric

Rattle Painted Geometric

This Southwestern style handmade Geometric Painted Hand Rattle is made from a gourd. The gourd was painted turquois with black and white geometric patterns around the side, front and back. The rattle measures 11 inches tall and  the turquois rattle measures approx. 5.5 inches in diameter. The white handle is 4.5 inches long with a string attached to the end.

One of a Kind!

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Deer Toe Leg Rattles

Deer Toe Leg Rattles

Deer Toe Leg Rattles

We make our Classic Deer Toe Leg Rattles with real Deer Toes. We attach them to Top Grain Deerskin Leather and accent them with Glass Crow Beads. You will find these Deer Toe Leg Rattles perfect for Traditional Dancers.  They tie them to their legs just below the knee.

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We sell these in pairs.

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Drum & Rattle Making

Drum & Rattle Making

Drum & Rattle Making

By Tom Porter for Native North American Travelling College. 10 pgs. Softcover.

Drum & Rattle Making provides instructions for making a traditional Water Drum. It includes tips for preventing cracking and splitting.  It also offers instructions for making a Horn Rattle.  The instructions are written in a conversational style. You will find a list of Social Songs at the end with notes on which instruments accompany them.

Black & White illustrations.

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12th Annual Rock, Rattle and Drum Pow Wow

12th Annual Rock, Rattle and Drum Pow Wow

Rising like the Water

Standing with Standing Rock and All Water Protectors

August 12th & August 13th  10 am to 5pm both days

Uniting in the true spirit of humankind our intertribal pow wow is a unique celebration and sharing of Native culture through traditional songs, dances and artTraditionally pow wows are gatherings that Native American people use as a place to meet, dance, sing, renew, strengthen and share their rich culture. Our pow wow features authentic American Indian dancing, drumming, and tribal regalia. Native Americans ranging in age from toddlers to elders will dance in several different styles including fancy, traditional, grass and jingle dress wearing traditional and contemporary regalia. Well-loved drum groups provide vocal and rhythmic accompaniment for the dancers.

A variety of American Indian culture is expressed through award winning vendor exhibits of arts, crafts, demonstrations, music, contemporary and traditional foods.  Every year our pow wow honors veterans, and shares an indigenous perspective on sustainable living and community. Local not for profit activist organizations will also be represented. 

For the eleventh year, Aaron Athey of the Mohegan Nation is our Master of Ceremonies. Our Head Man Dancer is Urie RidgewayNanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation, and  Corey Jackson is our Head Lady Dancer, Nanticoke Indians, Millsboro, Delaware. Our Host Drum is Rez Dogs, a Northern Drum from Indian Island Maine and our Honor Drum is Red Blanket Singers, Intertribal Southern Drum   And back by popular demand, The Aztec Dancers will also perform in the pow wow circle.

Grand Entry is 1:00 pm both days.

Special Honorings – Our special veteran’s honoring and presentation during the Grand Entry on Saturday and Sunday at 1pm is one of the highlights of the pow wow.  All veterans and their families are welcome to participate.

Pow Wow One Day Admission:

Adults – $10.00

Seniors 65+ and Youth 11-17 – $5.00

Children 10 and under – $1.00

Saturday, August 12, 10am – 7pm, Grand Entry: 1:00pm

Sunday, August 13, 10am – 6pm, Grand Entry: 1:00pm

Come Stomp, Dance, Sing and Shake Your Tail Feathers

It’s Pow Wow time again! After twelve years of celebratory dance, song, and drumming, this year’s 12th Annual Rock, Rattle & Drum Pow Wow will explode in another weekend of American Indian music, dance, education, entertainment, arts and crafts vendors and cultural festivities fun for the whole family!

For two exiting days, Great Barrington, MA will be the center of Native American art and culture where American Indians will gather and share the richness, diversity and beauty of their indigenous ways. The 12th Annual Rock, Rattle & Drum Pow Wow will be held at the beautiful Great Barrington Fairgrounds

Location:    Great Barrington Fairgrounds,  684 South Main Street  Great Barrington MA

For more information please contact Susan Jameson at 802-753-6835 or Fidel Moreno, 832-777-8081humanityinconcert@earthlink.net

Turtle Shell

Turtle Shell

Red Ear Turtle Shell

Native Americans have used natural Turtle Shells to make Rattles and Bags.  Sometimes they use them as decorative elements on other craft projects.

Northeastern North Americans have a creation story that posits the Earth being placed on the back of a giant Turtle. Thus we get the name ‘Turtle Island’.

We offer shells from Red Ear Turtles.  Use one to make your own bag, rattle or other shell items.

Choose from 6″ – 8″ or 4″ – 5″.

This is a natural product, so expect variations.

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Songs & Dances of the Eastern Indians

Songs & Dances of the Eastern Indians

Music CD Songs & Dances of the Eastern Indians

Songs & Dances of the Eastern Indians From Medicine Spring & Allegany features traditional songs that were recorded at  non-ceremonial performances. These songs demonstrate similarities between Native Americans from two distinct regions.

Musical instruments include a crockery water drum, coconut-shell hand rattle, and terrapin-shell leg rattles worn by the women dancers.

Song List:

  1. Long Dance/Stomp Dance
  2. Doublehead Dance-Stomp Dance
  3. Bean Dance
  4. Shake the Bush Dance
  5. Rabbit Dance
  6. Corn Dance
  7. Pigeon Dance

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Traditionally Yours – CD Michael R Denny Mi’kmaq Drums/Young & Old

Traditionally Yours - CD Michael R Denny Mi'kmaq Drums/Young & Old

Music CD Split Ash Rattle Social Dance Songs

Traditionally Yours – CD Michael R Denny Mi’kmaq Drums/Young & Old

Traditionally Yours by Stoney Bear’s Michael R Denny features historical Ko’Jua social dance songs.  He plays these songs with a split Ash Rattle.  He has also composed some new contemporary Powwow Songs.

Song list:

  1. Bring Your Younger Sister – JUKWA’LUK  KWE’JI’JUWOW
  2. Water – KO’JUA  SAMQWAN
  3. Brook – KO’JUA SIPU’JI’J
  4. Little White Footed Dog – WAPIKATJI’J
  5. In the Mountains – KO’JUA KMTNIKTUK
  6. In the Forest – KO’JUA NIPUKTUK
  7. Go After Them, Stand Your Ground – AJINE’ WAR SONG
  8. Stars – KO’JUA KLOQWEJK
  9. Welcoming Song – I’KO’
  10. Eskasoni – KO’JUA WE’KWISTOQNIK
  11. Treaty Song “Feast Song”
  12. Mi’Kmaq Crow Hop
  13. Sacred Ground
  14. Victory Song Ajine
  15. Children’s Song

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Katsina Clown

Katsina Clown

Kachina Clown Figurine

This Katsina Clown figure is ready to join your collection.  The artist carved it from wood. The Clown plays tricks and satirizes Hopi life by acting out and exaggerating improper behavior.  His mask features plant fiber tassels.  He holds a drum in one hand and a rattle in the other.  He wears a black and white striped outfit and boot style moccasins.  The artists signed the bottom D-29 Koshare.

Katsinas (or Kachinas) are supernatural beings in the Pueblo Indian traditions. The Pueblo tribes create Katsina dolls to give to children. Children use them to learn about the various Katsinas and not to play with.  This Clown Katsina stands just about 12″ high.  This figure came from a collection so you will see slight signs of wear.  One of a Kind!

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Polished Steer Horns

Polished Steer Horns

Polished Steer Horns

Our Polished Steer Horns (Cow Horns) will make great Powder Horns. You can also use them to make Split Horn Bonnets, Horn Rattles and more.

The colors range from off-white to black. We sell our Steer Horns individually. If you order two, we will do our best to match them as a pair.  These are a natural product, so allow for variations.

Small Steer Horns measure between 5″-8″ long. Large Steer Horns measure between 8″-12″ long.

We also sell ready to use Powder Horns with a Leather Strap.

Bison Horns

Bison Horns

Natural Bison Horns

These natural Bison Horns will make very large Powder Horns. Cut the horn and use it to make a Horn Roach Spreader. You can also use them to make Split Horn Bonnets, Horn Rattles and more.

These horns are natural black. They come minimally cleaned. Choose:

  • Cleaned and Scraped Approx 8″ – 10″ long with a 4″ diameter opening
  • Cleaned and left rough  Approx 11″ long with a 4″ diameter opening

We sell these Horns individually. These are a natural product, so allow for variations.

We also sell Bison Toes!

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Katsina Blue Lightning

Katsina Blue Lightning

Blue Lightning Kachina carving

This Blue Lightning Katsina features lightning marks on his face.  The artist carved it from cottonwood.  The Katsina wears a red top with a red sash, green armbands and navy blue wrist bands. A painted yellow feather hangs from the back of his white kilt. He wears navy blue garters over his  boot style moccasins.  His mask includes a fluffy green collar, protruding ears with shell earrings and a furry top.  He holds a rattle and a lightning stick. The figure comes with a tag that says “HOPI VILLAGES 2nd MESA ARIZONA” on one side and “BLUE LIGHTNING KACHINA J- PXX” on the other.

Katsinas (or Kachinas) are supernatural beings in the Pueblo Indian traditions. The Pueblo tribes create Katsina dolls to give to children. Children use them to learn about the various Katsinas and not to play with.  This Katsina stands about 7.5″ high.  This figure came from a collection and you will see places where the paint has come off.  The lightning stick has broken and been repaired and reattached.  One of a Kind!

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Rawhide Whole Side

Rawhide Whole Hide

Rawhide Whole Side

Whole uncut Rawhide provides lots of material to work with. Use it to make Drums, Parfleches and Rattles! We also offer pre-cut Rawhide Lacing you can use for lacing drum heads.  You can also buy Rawhide by the Square Foot.

Cow Rawhide measures approx 40 sq feet per hide.  Cow Rawhide is the stiffest and strongest type of rawhide. Deer rawhide (approx. 8 sq feet). These are thinner and more supple so you will find them easier to work with when you are making drum heads.  We occasionally have Bison sides they vary in size see below for sizes.

Choose from Cow, Elk or Deer.

When you order Rawhide for Drums, order it at least 4″ larger so you will have an overlap to accommodate the diameter of your drum frame.

 

An additional shipping charge will apply to whole hides. This charge will not appear in the shopping cart. We will contact you with the charges or call us for details.

Deer and Bison Toes

Deer and Bison Toes

Deer and Bison Toes

We have Deer and Bison Toes for your craft and regalia projects! Use them to make your own Deer Toe Leg Rattles or to add to Dance Sticks. We sell our Deer and Bison Toes undrilled.

Deer and Bison Toes are natural products and will vary in size, shape and coloration.
Choose from:

  • Deer Toes (approx. 2″)
  • Deer Dew Claws (approx. 1″)
  • Bison Toes (approx. 3″)
  • Bison Dew Claws (approx. 1.25″)

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Rawhide by the Square Foot

Rawhide by the Square Foot

Rawhide by the Square Foot

Use stiff Rawhide for a variety of craft projects such as Drums, Parfleches and Rattles! We also offer pre-cut Rawhide Lacing for you to use for lacing drum heads.  When you order Rawhide for Drums, order it at least 4″ larger so you will have an overlap to accommodate the diameter of your drum frame.  (If you are making a drum, please contact us)

Cow Rawhide is the stiffest and strongest type of rawhide. We also offer Whole Hide in  Deer Rawhide  

Please note the price is per square foot, please use the quantity box to indicate how many square feet you require.  Maximum size you can order is 2 ft x 3 ft piece ( totals 6 sq ft)

A description of your project will help us cut the appropriate length and width for you.

An additional shipping charge will apply to orders of 10 square feet or more. Please call for details.

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UNACC’s 14th Bear Feast & Potluck

UNACC’s 14th Bear Feast & Potluck (hibernating) November 11, 2018

Location: UNACC 29 Antietam St Devens MA

Details: Join us for the day as we hold ceremony for the Fall/Winter Bear Feast.  We will gather to honor the Bear as he begins his journey to the Spirit World.

We will have a pipe ceremony.  Those asked to participate will partake in this outside due to our smoke detectors inside the building.   Again, we ask that those who remain inside the building, please, maintain the circle.  Once the pipe ceremony is completed, we will continue with the Bear Feast ceremony inside the building.

Please, bring hand drum and rattles.

Women, who are participating in the ceremony are asked to wear/bring a long skirt.  We will try to have some on hand for those who do not remember to do this.

No food or drink in the circle

Following the Bear Feast ceremony, we will have a potluck.  Please, bring a dish to share.

The Ceremony will be explained at the start.

Please, do not break the circle until after the ceremony is completed.  Do all you need to do before you join the circle.  The ceremony will last about 1 to 1.25 hours.

*** If you should arrive after the start of the Bear Feast ceremony, we ask that you sit behind the circle and observe.

Time: We will start to gather at 12 PM and the ceremony will begin at 1 pm by joining a circle.

Contact: Lorena, Matt or Nancy  978-772-1306 unacc29@gmail.com   http://www.unacc.org/

 

The Gourd Dance

Gourd Dance Rattles

The Legend and the History  –  The Dance and the Regalia

This article about the Native American Gourd Dance was written by Paul R. Burke in 1989.  We are presenting it here in its original format with his permission.  Paul discusses the history of the Dance and relates several legends related to its origins.  He further discusses how the dance has been done in more recent times and describes known variations of it.  Though its origins are unclear, the dance may have originated with the Southern Plains Tribes like the Kiowa, Comanche and Cheyenne.

Get Ready to do The Gourd Dance

Accessories that are used for this dance include a wearable Blanket, Rattles (often made with real gourds) and and Bandoliers.  You will find Wool Fabric and Trade Silver Brooches  at WanderingBull.com that you can use to make your own Blanket.  Check our Accessories section for one of a kind Bandoliers.

View our selection of Rattles.  You may also like our article Gourd Dance Blankets

Check out our YouTube Video on How to Apply Trade Silver Brooches

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Full Snow Moon Gathering and Eastern Woodlands Social Dance

Full Snow Moon Gathering and Eastern Woodlands Social Dance

snow date 2/5, 1-4 p.m.

Location : Greenfield Community College, Dining Commons, 1 College Drive, Greenfield, MA.

Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Details:  The Nolumbeka Project presents the Full Snow Moon Gathering and Eastern Woodlands Social Dance. All are welcome.  Don’t miss this  rare opportunity to learn and participate in traditional Eastern Woodlands Native social dances, led by Nipmuc Tribe members Andre StrongBearHeart Gaines, Jr., also his nephews Daishuan Reddeer Garate and Miguel Wandering Turtle Garate.

Our Honored Guests Liz Coldwind Santana Kiser, Elder, Council Woman and Tribal Historical Preservation Officer for the Chaubunagungamaug Band of Nipmuck Indians.  Plus Roger Longtoe Sheehan, Sagamo (Chief) of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe.

Come dance, the single file call and response dances will be taught and are fun and easy to learn. Bring rattles and shake out the cabin fever!  Social dances are done for fun, for socializing, and to express the joy of having been given the gift of life. It is made up of easy to learn steps, done by people of all genders and ages to create a sense of friendship and community.

Free. Refreshments available. Donations appreciated, www.nolumbekaproject.org

UNACC’s 17th Annual Fall Bear Feast 

UNACC’s 17th Annual Fall Bear Feast 

Location: 29 Antietam St. Devens, MA.

Time: 12:00pm – 5:00 pm

Details: We will gather to honor the Bear (Muin) as he begins his journey to the Spirit World.
We will start to gather at 12 PM and the ceremony will begin at 1 PM by joining in a circle.
No food or drink in the circle, The Ceremony will be explained at the start.  Click here to  read all the  detail at Unacc’s website about this ceremony. 
Please, do not break the circle until after the ceremony is completed. Do all you need to do before you join the circle. The ceremony will last about 1 to 1.25 hours.
Please, bring hand drum and rattles.
*** If you should arrive after the start of the Bear Feast ceremony, we ask that you sit behind the circle and observe.
Following the Bear Feast ceremony, we will have a potluck.
Please, bring a dish to share.

 

Contact: Lorena – cell, 978-257-3078 or unacc29@gmail.com

 

Stomp Dance Social

Stomp Dance Social

Location: Greenfield Community College, Cohn dining Room, 1 College Drive, Greenfield MA

Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Details: Traditional Native American Stomp Dance Social, Full Snow Moon Gathering

Native American Social Dance,  All are welcomeA rare opportunity to learn and participate in some Northeastern Woodlands Native social dances, led by Annawon Weeden, Mashpee Wampanoag, Congressional award honoree as culture-bearer for the Northeast and James Moreis, Aquinnah Wampanoag, father and culture bearer.

Opening words by Chief Roger Longtoe, Elnu Abenaki. All ages, fun and easy to learn. Bring rattles and shake out the cabin fever! Free, donations welcome.  Snow date February 2nd.

Contact:  nolumbekaproject@gmail.com  413-773-9818  www.nolumbekaproject.org

16th Annual UNACC Fall Bear Feast (potluck to follow ceremony)

UNACC’s 16th Bear Feast & Potluck (hibernating)

Details: Join us for the day as we hold ceremony for the Fall/Winter Bear Feast. We celebrate as Muin gets ready for hibernation

We will have a pipe ceremony.  Those asked to participate will partake in this outside due to our smoke detectors inside the building.   Again, we ask that those who remain inside the building, please, maintain the circle.  Once the pipe ceremony is completed, we will continue with the Bear Feast ceremony inside the building.

Please, bring hand drum and rattles.

Women, who are participating in the ceremony are asked to wear/bring a long skirt.  We will try to have some on hand for those who do not remember to do this.

No food or drink in the circle

Following the Bear Feast ceremony, we will have a potluck.  Please, bring a dish to share.

The Ceremony will be explained at the start.

Please, do not break the circle until after the ceremony is completed.  Do all you need to do before you join the circle.  The ceremony will last about 1 to 1.25 hours.

*** If you should arrive after the start of the Bear Feast ceremony, we ask that you sit behind the circle and observe.

Time: We will start to gather at 12 PM and the ceremony will begin at 1 pm by joining a circle.

Contact: Lorena, Matt or Nancy  978-772-1306 unacc29@gmail.com   http://www.unacc.org/

 

14th Spring Bear Feast

Unacc 14th Annual Bear Feast

Location: 29 Antietam Street Devens MA

Details:  Come help us celebrate the awakening of the Bear (Muin). We will gather at 12 noon.

The ceremony will start at 1 PM. We will form a circle which we will not break till the end of the ceremony. (with exception of those taking part in the pipe ceremony) If you should arrive after the ceremony starts, we ask you have a seat behind the circle and observe.

Smudging will be available prior to the ceremony. This will be done at the entrance to the building.

**** Women, please wear/bring a long skirt.

Please, bring hand drum & rattles.

Potluck follows, please, bring a dish to share.

Contact: Matt – Lorena- Nancy 978-772-1306  unacc29@gmail.com http://www.unacc.org/

 

Native Americans and Buffalo

Native Americans and Buffalo

Native Americans and Buffalo

Native Americans and Buffalo have a long history together. Buffalo, or the American Bison, has played an essential role in the survival and culture of the Native Americans who lived in the Plains region of what is now the United States, and parts of southern Canada.  Buffalo once roamed the Plains in innumerable herds until the middle of the 19th century. Incursions by white settlers and the arrival of the railroad severely depleted the number of Buffalo living on the Plains.  Native Americans use of every part of a Buffalo for food, clothing, tools, fuel and utensils. Continue reading Native Americans and Buffalo

UNACC’s 13th Bear Feast & Potluck

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UNACC’s 13th Bear Feast & Potluck (hibernating) November 12, 2017

Join us for the day as we hold ceremony for the Fall/Winter Bear Feast.  We will gather to honor the Bear as he begins his journey to the Spirit World.

We will start to gather at 12 PM and the ceremony will begin at 1 pm by joining a circle.

No food or drink in the circle

The Ceremony will be explained at the start.

Please, do not break the circle until after the ceremony is completed.  Do all you need to do before you join the circle.  The ceremony will last about 1 to 1.25 hours.

We will have a pipe ceremony.  Those asked to participate will partake in this outside due to our smoke detectors inside the building.   Again, we ask that those who remain inside the building, please, maintain the circle.  Once the pipe ceremony is completed, we will continue with the Bear Feast ceremony inside the building.

Please, bring hand drum and rattles.

Women, who are participating in the ceremony are asked to wear/bring a long skirt.  We will try to have some on hand for those who do not remember to do this.

*** If you should arrive after the start of the Bear Feast ceremony, we ask that you sit behind the circle and observe.

Following the Bear Feast ceremony, we will have a potluck.  Please, bring a dish to share.

MCNAA Annual Fundraising Auction

Powwow Mass Center for Native Am
MCNAA Annual Fundraising Auction
Live Auction *  Silent Auction   *  Raffles

Hot Luncheon Buffet  *  Cash Bar (downstairs)

Live Music Entertainment by Keith & Aleatha Dickerson

50/50 Cash Raffle Drawing

A Moment to Remember Slow Turtle

There will be a lot of items up for bid or for raffle prizes that include:

  • Two Free Admission Passes to the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston
  • Four Free Admission Passes to the RI School of Design Museum
  • Admission for Four to the Discovery Museums in Acton, MA
  • Four one-day Park Hopper tickets at one of Disney Worlds Theme Parks
  • A One Night Stay at the Omni Providence Hotel
  • Breakfast for two at the Centro Restaurant at the Omni Providence Hotel
  • A $100 Gift Card to Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse at the Omni Providence Hotel
  • A $300 Foxwoods Gift Card
  • One-night Deluxe Overnight Accommodations for Two at Foxwoods
  • A $100 Gift Certificate to Todd English’s Tuscany Restaurant at Mohegan Sun
  • A One-Year Family Membership to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum
  • Four FlexTix for the 2016-17 Providence Bruins Regular Season
  • Four General Admission Tickets to the PawSox Home Game on 4-11-17


Other items include: A Red Keurig Coffee Brewer, Youth Acoustic Guitar, Handmade Turtle Shell Rattle, Woodlands-style War Club, Turquoise Jewelry, Wampum Jewelry, Beaded Jewelry, Birch Bark Earrings, Wool Ponchos, Blankets, Wall Hangings, Ribbon Shirts, Moccasins, Sashes, Chokers, Bark Basket, Native American Books, Hat, Navajo Ring, Kachina Doll, and so much more.

At the event, Master Card and Visa (as well as cash and checks) will be accepted on winning bid purchases, for membership fees, Oldies dance tickets, and donations.

Back to our regular venue!
Middleboro VFW
12 Station Street
Middleboro, MA

mcnaa@aol.com; or call/text at: 617-642-1683

 

UNACC’s  Annual Fall Bear Feast 

UNACC’s  Annual Fall Bear Feast 

Location: 29 Antietam St. Devens, MA.

Time: 12:00pm – 4:00 pm

Details: We will gather to honor the Bear (Muin) as he begins his journey to the Spirit World.
We will start to gather at 12 PM and the ceremony will begin at 1 PM by joining in a circle.
No food or drink in the circle, The Ceremony will be explained at the start.  Click here to  read all the  detail at Unacc’s website about this ceremony. 
Please, do not break the circle until after the ceremony is completed. Do all you need to do before you join the circle. The ceremony will last about 1 to 1.25 hours.
Please, bring hand drum and rattles.
*** If you should arrive after the start of the Bear Feast ceremony, we ask that you sit behind the circle and observe.
Following the Bear Feast ceremony, we will have a potluck. Please, bring a dish to share.

Contact: Lorena – cell 978-257-3078 or unacc29@gmail.com  unacc.org