Plains Tribe Collection

Young Crow Indian
A Crow boy in dance costume, 1905. Printed reproduction of a photograph by Edward Curtis

Crow chief
Crow Indian chief in a traditional war bonnet and clothing, circa 1900. Digitally colored halftone of a photograph

Sioux tepee of buffalo-hide
Tipi made of buffalo hide sewn with sinew in the traditional way, Wicoti Living History Lakota Encampment, Black Hills, SD. Digital photograph

Sioux Nation at Standing Rock Reservation, ND, 1890
Taking a census at the Sioux Standing Rock Agency, North Dakota, 1890. Albertype reproduction of a photograph

Blackfeet horsemen, 1850s
Blackfeet warriors carrying guns on horseback, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Omaha Indian village of tipis
Part of the hoo-thu-ga, a circle of dwellings of the Omaha tribe. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Untitled, 19th century
3858250 Untitled, 19th century by Bromley, Valentine Walter Lewis (1848-77); (add.info.: Untitled painting by V.W.Bromley. Showing girl and horse.); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022

Comanche on his pinto pony, 1800s
Comanche brave on horseback, 1800s. Hand-colored halftone of a Frederic Remington illustration

Tipi in a blizzard
Native American tepee in a snowstorm, emitting embers from center smoke-hole. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Wounded Comanche chief escaping after a battle
Comanches escaping with their chief from fight with US Army under General John Davidson in the Texas Panhandle, 1874. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Young Crow Indian girl
Crow Indian girl Glydis Littlenest, or Rides-a-Sorrel-Horse, circa 1900. Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

Comanche on horseback, 1800s
Comanche brave traveling by horseback, southern plains, 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a Frederic Remington illustration

Mandan / Hidatsa earth lodge, North Dakota
Reconstructed Mandan/Hidatsa earth lodge, Knife River Indian Village National Historic Site, ND. Photograph

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The Plains Tribe, a rich tapestry of indigenous cultures and traditions, has left an indelible mark on the history of North America. From the mighty Crow chief who led his people with wisdom and courage to the Sioux tepee made from buffalo-hide, their way of life was deeply rooted in harmony with nature. In 1890, at the Standing Rock Reservation in North Dakota, the Sioux Nation stood united against adversity. Their resilience echoed through time as they fought for their land and cultural heritage. The image captures a moment frozen in history, reminding us of their unwavering spirit. A young Crow Indian boy gazes into the distance with eyes filled with curiosity and dreams. He represents a future generation ready to carry forward ancient traditions while embracing modernity. The Blackfeet horsemen galloping across vast plains during the 1850s symbolize strength and freedom that resonated within every beat of their horses' hooves. They were true masters of horsemanship. An Omaha Indian village adorned with tipis stands proudly amidst rolling hills. These portable dwellings provided shelter for families while allowing them to move freely across ancestral lands. An untitled artwork from the 19th century depicts warriors on horseback charging fearlessly into battle—a testament to their bravery and fierce loyalty towards protecting their tribes. A Comanche warrior astride his pinto pony evokes images of wild beauty intertwined with deep-rooted connection between man and beast during the 1800s. This bond formed an integral part of Comanche culture. Amidst a blizzard's fury, a solitary tipi stands tall against nature's wrath—an embodiment of resilience passed down through generations despite harsh winters that tested both body and soul. A Sioux grave nestled upon northern plains serves as a poignant reminder that these lands hold sacred memories—of lives lived fully by those who came before us—and deserve our utmost respect today.