First Nation Collection (page 7)

Snake gathering [C]-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Snake gathering [C]-Hopi, c1907. Six Hopi snake priests, standing, facing front, carrying sticks

A Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, wearing blanket and headband, facing front, c1904

The eagle catcher, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The eagle catcher, c1908. Photo shows a Hidatsa Indian standing on large rock overlooking a valley, full-length, left profile, holding an eagle

An Acoma man, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
An Acoma man, c1904. Head-and-shoulders portrait of an Acoma man, facing front

An Acoma man, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
An Acoma man, c1904. Head-and-shoulders portrait of an Acoma man, facing front

Cheyenne male, facing front, hair in wrapped braids, blanket around shoulders, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cheyenne male, facing front, hair in wrapped braids, blanket around shoulders, c1910

The White Singer, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The White Singer, c1906. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Navajo man, facing slightly right, wearing headband and silver squash blossom necklace

The outlook, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The outlook, c1904. Two native American men mounted on horses, gazing off into the distance

Wyemah, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Wyemah, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, c1905

The Patient, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Patient, c1905. Portrait of Navajo man, head-and-shoulders, facing front, rag headband, blanket over shoulders

Digging out the snakes-Hopi, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Digging out the snakes-Hopi, c1907. Group of Hopi Indians using hoes to dig out snakes

Native man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Native man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, c1903

Iahla, "Willow", Taos, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Iahla, "Willow", Taos, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, c1905

Cheyenne profile, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cheyenne profile, c1910

Navaho matron, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Navaho matron, c1904. Head-and-shoulders portrait of a Navaho woman

Hu Kalowa Pi-Removes the covering, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hu Kalowa Pi-Removes the covering, c1907. Interior of tepee, man kneeling on ground remouving buffalo hide around skull on ground, another male behind altar warming hands by fire

Band of mounted Navahos passing through Cañon, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Band of mounted Navahos passing through Canon, c1904

Elk Boy-Oglala, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Elk Boy-Oglala, c1907. Elk Boy, Oglala man, half-length portrait, facing front

Eagle Elk (He Xa Wan ba li), c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Eagle Elk (He Xa Wan ba li), c1907. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Oglala man

Bad Horses, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Bad Horsess, 1905. Photograph shows head-shoulders portrait of Bad Horsess, wearing feathered headdress with ermine tails and beaded buckskin shirt, seated, facing left

The Daughter of Bad Horse (profile), c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Daughter of Bad Horses (profile), c1905. Cheyenne girl, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left, wearing headdress

Day Woman, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Day Woman, c1907. Head-and-Shoulders portrait of Dakota woman

Big Head [A], c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Big Head [A], c1905. Big Head, head-and-shoulders portrait, turned left

The Great Hostile Camp, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
The Great Hostile Camp, 1891. Bird's-eye view of a Lakota camp (several tipis and wagons in large field) probably on or near Pine Ridge Reservation

Hostile Indian camp, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Hostile Indian camp, 1891. Bird's-eye view of a large Lakota camp of tipis, horses, and wagons, probably on or near Pine Ridge Indian Reservation

Heavy Shield, c1900. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Heavy Shield, c1900. Half length portrait of a Native man

Cohit Songwi, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cohit Songwi, c1905. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Tewa girl

He Crow-Oglala, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
He Crow-Oglala, c1907. He Crow, Oglala man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Chino, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Chino, c1903. Chino, head-and-shoulders portrait of a Native American, facing front

Cha Cah Tana, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cha Cah Tana, c1903. Cha Cah Tana, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Chaiwa-Tewa, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Chaiwa-Tewa, c1906. Chaiwa, Tewa girl, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Chief Garfield-Jicarilla, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Chief Garfield-Jicarilla, c1905. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Jicarilla man

Fast Elk (Hexaka Luzahan), c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Fast Elk (Hexaka Luzahan), c1907. American Indian man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left

En Al Leih, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
En Al Leih, c1903. En Al Leih, Indian woman, half-length portrait, facing left, with decorated clay pot on head

Pauline Bear Black, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Pauline Bear Black, 1905. Photograph shows half-length portrait of Pauline Bear Black with braids, blanket draped over shoulders, seated, facing right

Hattie Bear Black, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hattie Bear Black, 1905. Photograph shows half-length portrait of Hattie Bear Black with braids, wearing pearl necklace and traditional dress, seated, facing right

Black Road, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Black Road, 1905. Photograph shows Black Road, wearing headdress, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing slightly right

Mrs. Big Head, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Mrs. Big Head, 1905. Photograph shows half-length portrait of Mrs. Big Head, wearing blanket, seated, facing front

Big Road (Chanckin Tan-Ka), 1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Big Road (Chanckin Tan-Ka), 1907. Photograph shows head-and-shoulders portrait of Big Road, wearing headdress, holding stick and shield, facing front

Big Head [B], c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Big Head [B], c1905. Big Head, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Canada, British Columbia, Kispiox. Detail of totem pole. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Navajo girl, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Navajo girl, c1904

Prayer to the Great Mystery, (Slow Bull), c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Prayer to the Great Mystery, (Slow Bull), c1907. Slow Bull, squatting, wearing breechcloth, holding pipe with mouthpiece pointing skyward, buffalo skull at his feet

Slow Bull's wife, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Slow Bull's wife, c1907. Slow Bull's wife, half-length portrait, standing, facing front

Two Moons-Cheyenne, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Two Moons-Cheyenne, c1910. Photo shows Two Moons, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing several beaded necklaces and a horned headpiece with ermine tail streamers

Calico - Oglala, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1890 and 1910 Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Calico - Oglala, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1890 and 1910

Jack Red Cloud-Ogalala [sic], c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Jack Red Cloud-Ogalala [sic], c1907. Jack Red Cloud, bust portrait, facing right

Slow Bull-Ogalala [sic], c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Slow Bull-Ogalala [sic], c1907. Slow Bull, head-and-shoulders portrait, turned left

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Canada's First Nations" Canada, with its diverse cultural tapestry, holds a special place for the indigenous peoples known as the First Nations. Nestled in Newfoundland lies St. John's, a city that serves as a gateway to understanding their vibrant history. Here, one can witness an Inukshuk standing tall against the windswept landscape; these stone structures were used by the Inuit people to guide travelers and act as human-like figures watching over them. Venturing further westward brings us to Bella Bella in British Columbia, where a cedar post carved inside a Heiltsuk house stands proudly. This intricate artwork showcases the craftsmanship passed down through generations and symbolizes their deep connection with nature. In Vancouver's Stanley Park and Tofino on Vancouver Island, towering Totem Poles greet visitors with stories etched into every detail. These magnificent carvings represent ancestral spirits and mythical creatures that hold significant meaning within First Nation culture. Journeying towards Kispiox in British Columbia reveals another remarkable totem pole, displaying intricate designs that reflect sacred traditions and beliefs of this ancient civilization. Delving deeper into history unveils how different tribes lived across Canada. The Algonkin Indians resided in bark-covered dwellings called wigwams – sturdy shelters designed to withstand harsh climates while providing comfort for families. Artistic expressions also played an essential role among First Nations communities. Paintings like "The Enchantress" capture captivating scenes from early 20th-century life, while black-and-white photographs transport us back to an oasis amidst the Badlands or depict whalers navigating Clayoquot Sound. However, not all encounters between cultures were peaceful; missionaries faced challenges when coming ashore amid warring Maoris in New Zealand – highlighting moments of conflict intertwined with exploration throughout history.