People of Native American and African American ancestry are constantly being asked by others, “Why do you want to acknowledge your mixed ancestry?” Just select one or the other. Questions such as, “Are you ashamed of being “Black”?” or “What is so special about being Native American?”

MOVING BACK HOME...

Many African Americans are relocating to the state of Georgia and specifically to the Atlanta area. Georgia was the home of the Creek Indians or the Creek Confederacy. For some African Americans moving to Georgia may actually be moving back home. Georgia may be an opportunity to reconnect with their Black Red Roots.

BE AWARE … 

GOURD CRAFTS AND DECORATIONS 

Gourds make very nice decorations after harvesting them in the Fall season. They are used by Native Americans and others to make crafts. The gourd is harvested and put in a dry storage area with good air circulation. It takes up to six months for a gourd to dry out and then be ready to use.

THE MEANING OF COLOR

It is amazing that colors have a meaning to various peoples and cultures. For Native Americans colors and their meaning or symbolism is based to a great degree on the tribal affiliation. The colors are used in clothing, flags, crafts, and even as body paint

DANCE SHAWLS 

Women participating in a Native American Pow Wow dance honor the dance, singers and the drum by wearing a dance shawl. The shawl is an essential garment for women. The shawl can be carried over one arm or draped over the shoulders. It is essential that the dance shawl is worn for entering the dance arena