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ON THE COVER
Sculptor, jeweler and maskmaker Lillian Pitt (Yakama/Wasco/Warm Springs) poses here next to one of her striking cast crystal masks, "She Who Watches" (14x16x3 inches). Photo by Dennis Maxwell (www.lightplay-photos.com).

FEATURES

Masks of Ancient America
Masks, in endless shapes and forms, were once universally used by Native Americans for a variety of purposes, as explained here. Particular emphasis is given to the masks of the Northwest Coast, Iroquois and of Alaska Natives. By Amy Abrams.

Artists Behind the Masks
A look at the work of living maskmakers—Lillian Pitt, Jerry Laktonen, Becky Olvera Schultz, George Bettelyoun, Zarco Guerrero, David K. John, Merced Maldonado and several others—working
 in the realm of fine arts. By Minnie
Two Shoes (Assiniboine).

right: Jerry Laktonen (Alutiiq), Octopus, yew and cherry woodcarving, 27" x 18" x 4", 2007. Photo by Wendy A. Fagan.

Footwear Through the Ages
A survey of moccasins, mukluks and sandals worn throughout the Americas in prehistoric times, and profiles of individuals and companies—Katherine Dickerson, Kukniwah, Peigan Crafts and Kaibab Moccasins—producing handmade footwear today. By Gregory McNamee.



Weaving a Navajo Universe
A profile of master weaver Sarah Paul Begay (Navajo), winner of the Best of Show award at the 2006 Santa Fe Indian Market. By Patty Talahongva (Hopi).

Santa Fe Indian Market 2007
A calendar of major events lined up for the August 2007 event.

Indian Gaming: A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats
On the eve of the 20th anniversary of the legal decision that opened the floodgates for Indian gaming, we look at how the act has positively affected two tribes, present a profile of Indian gaming leader Ivan Makil, and explore the role of the National Indian Gaming Association. By Daniel Gibson.

DEPARTMENTS

Viewpoint
A high school senior writes an award-winning essay, through the program Reconnecting the Circle, on the importance of knowing one’s tribal heritage. By Diana Onco (Diné/Kiowa/Comanche).

On The Wind
NARF produces a video campaign to recruit its next generation of legal warriors; urban Indians organize; and the Mashpee Wampanoag of Massachusetts mark their federal recognition. Also, other important news in the arts, education, the environment, business, politics, sports, health and other realms of life in Indian Country. By Daniel Gibson.

Happening
A major new Native arts event, In the Spirit: Northwest Native Arts Market & Festival, is taking form in Tacoma, Washington. Plus details on other special events of Native interest across North America. By Daniel Gibson.

Collections
Tour the home and stunning pottery collection of Jane and Bill Buchsbaum of Santa Fe. By Hollis Walker. Photos by Kitty Leaken.

Pathways
You don’t have to head west to find authentic Native culture, history and art—as seen in a visit to Cherokee, North Carolina, capital of the thriving Eastern Cherokee Tribe. A guide to what to do and see. By Jess Clarke.

History
Strap yourself in for a flight with the extraordinary aviator, World War I ace, explorer, gold hunter, and friend to the rich and famous, Jimmie Angel (Choctaw/Cherokee). By Lee and Santianna Eversole.

Galleries
Drop into historic Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo in New Mexico to check out the Oke-Oweenge Crafts Cooperative, founded in 1968. Also, brief looks at other Native-oriented galleries throughout the continent. By Russ Tall Chief (Osage).

Museums
We tour the new groundbreaking permanent exhibition Ancient
Americas at the Field Museum of Chicago, which reveals the surprising political, social and material sophistication of prehistoric Native Americans. Also, notes on other museum exhibitions coast to coast. By Wendy Weston (Diné).

Books
Explore the science, technology, values and culture of the Kumeyaay people of southern California in Sycuan: Our People, Our Culture, Our History, by Michael Miskwish. And, a brief look at the children’s book Meshon and the Little One, by Elaine Wagner. Plus other recently published titles of interest. By Deborah Utacia Krol (Salinan/Esselen).

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