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Michael Peterson, an archaeologist at Redwood National Park in California, photographs the coastline annually to monitor erosion of archaeological sites.

As Storms Erode California's Cliffs, Buried Village Could Get Washed Away

5:54pm July 26, 2016

by Jes Burns

Until now, the archaeological philosophy at Redwood National Park has been "keep it in the ground." But for one Native American site, climate change may force the park to reconsider that approach.

A reconstruction of Kennewick Man sculpted to resemble the Ainu people of Japan, considered by some at the time to be his closest living relatives. Now, a link to Native Americans has been confirmed.

A Long, Complicated Battle Over 9,000-Year-Old Bones Is Finally Over

12:33pm May 05, 2016

by Tasneem Raja

The 1996 discovery of Kennewick Man, one of the oldest North American human skeletons ever found, erupted in an unprecedented fight between scientists and Native American beliefs.

Though the Mardi Gras Indian who appears in "Lemonade" is a young woman, most people who mask and parade as part of the tradition are male.

The Mardi Gras Indian Of 'Lemonade'

2:18pm April 27, 2016

by Leah Donnella

In "Lemonade," Beyoncé's much-discussed visual album, a girl resplendent in white plumage appears. It's a nod to the pop star's New Orleans roots and loaded with the region's racial history.

Crow tribal historian Joe Medicine Crow speaks of unity in 2001 at a dedication of a

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Joseph Medicine Crow, Historian And Last Crow Tribe War Chief, Dies At 102

1:36pm April 04, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

Medicine Crow, who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009, was also the last person alive to have heard direct testimony from someone who took part in the Battle of Little Bighorn.

Nephi Craig, executive chef of The Summit Restaurant at Sunrise Park Resort in Whiteriver, Arizona.

'Going Green' Is Really 'Going Native': Western Apache Chef Nephi Craig

11:29am April 04, 2016

by Hanna Choi

Chef Nephi Craig of the Apaches in the Kitchen blog reflects on what the "mainstream" culinary world has to learn about Native foodways.

Solenex's proposed well site is on the land known as the Badger-Two Medicine.

Tribe Says Drilling Project Would Have 'Heartbreaking' Consequences

10:37am March 04, 2016

by Corin Cates-Carney

An energy company is heading to court for the right to drill in Montana, near Glacier National Park. But some Native Americans and environmental groups want to stop the long-delayed project.

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Guests attend the Film Independent Brunch during the 2016 Sundance Film Festival.

In The Conversation About Diversity In Hollywood, Where Does Sundance Fit In?

10:22am February 03, 2016

by Monica Castillo

Sundance may be just one part of a much bigger puzzle, but filmmakers of color say it has an important role to play.

Delma and Antonio Salazar have been caring for Delma's mother, Agnes Williams (middle), who has severe memory problems, for the past seven years.

Alzheimer's Disease Underdiagnosed In Indian Country

7:48pm December 28, 2015

by Laurel Morales

A Native American family that sees Alzheimer's disease as a natural part of life may be less likely to reach for resources that could help, say Arizona mental health workers. They hope to change that.

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Modern Seminole patchwork makes use of glittery fabrics and sequins, especially for pageant nights.

A Princess In Patchwork: Sewing For The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant

5:16pm December 26, 2015

by Jacki Lyden

The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant features intricate outfits that combine traditional Seminole patchwork techniques with modern twists, like rayon and lace.

The Yocha Dehe tribe grows, mills and markets its own extra-virgin olive oil. The tribe's mill uses top-of-the-line equipment imported from Florence, Italy.

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Native American Tribe Bets On Olive Oil

6:21am November 29, 2015

by Lisa Morehouse

Once impoverished, California's Yocha Dehe tribe found success with a casino complex. Now the tribe is using its newfound wealth to grow, bottle and sell premium olive oil.