<Adapted
from the book of the same name>
Artists
and Vendors
Powwow
provides a magnificent platform for first voice Native artistic
expression, as artists from around the country display their work
in a colorful and vibrant marketplace. Artists, vendors, and community
organizations come together in a shared space where visitors interact
with the Native community.
Dan Battiste, Arts and Craft Vendor. Navy Pier,
1979.
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Marguerite (Mikie) Bowan. Northeastern Illinois University,
2002.
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In all regards, powwow is an extended showcase
of the Native artist/teacher/storyteller who offers traditional
aspects of culture through an indigenous lens. Collectively,
the following images encompass art and stories from Indian
Country. These artists provide elaborate and original works,
indicative of various media (e.g. beadwork, silversmithing,
Drum making, ceramics, leather and feather work, etc.). Thus,
multiculturalism is expressed. |
Overview of Marketplace. Northeastern Illinois University,
2002.
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Mary Greendeer (left), Lorraine Deon, and Ansel Deon. Northeastern
Illinois University, 2002.
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Food Vendors Wayne Silas, Sr. and John Dall. NAES College
Annual Powwow, Mather Park, 2001.
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The contemporary powwow provides opportunities
to share daily cultural practice paramount to our Native families,
community, and friends.
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The book Chicago's Fifty
Years of Powwow has many more photos and offers insights
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