Native Traditions in Idaho and Beyond
A roundup of news, events, further reading, internet resources, leglislation, and a timeline concerning vital policy issues affecting our region and state.
Lewis and Clark Center Opens at LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) -- An aging state park with a plain parking lot has been transformed into a state-of-the-art tourism center complete with a babbling brook, bronze wildlife sculptures, natural landscaping and spectacular view of the Snake River. Tribes, Bannock County sign deal on economic development issues LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) -- An aging state park with a plain parking lot has been transformed into a state-of-the-art tourism center complete with a babbling brook, bronze wildlife sculptures, natural landscaping and spectacular view of the Snake River. Shoshone, Arapaho take part in For full access to our award-winning news coverage and interactive subscription services, please complete this simple one-time form below. Chris. Is this Correct? Bush's comment on tribal sovereignty creates a buzz One word caused the most stir. Judge limits Kennewick Man case to scientists, government A federal judge has barred Northwest Indian tribes from further participation in the Kennewick Man lawsuit by ordering the case limited to government defendants and the scientists who want to study the ancient skeleton, attorneys said Wednesday. Organizers reign in river crossing event GLENNS FERRY -- It only went 40 minutes, but at least it went without a hitch. This year's re-enactment of the 19th century pioneers crossing at Three Mile Crossing near Glenns Ferry was uneventful. Playing mind games: Native American tradition remains popular FORT HALL - The old man from Alberta stared intensely, locking his eyes on his rival from Fort Hall.
| Otter says feds won't match tribal money to clean up Lake Coeur d'Alene For full access to our award-winning news coverage and interactive subscription services, please complete this simple one-time form below. Chris. Is this Correct? Landmark tribal water rights deal nears Senate floor Senate committee members Tuesday assured quick passage of one of the largest tribal water rights agreements in the West. Water deal faces political struggle, Rep. Mike Simpson is reserving judgment on a comprehensive $193 million water agreement between the Nez Perce Tribe, water users, the state of Idaho and the Bush administration. First Nations Conference Idaho Issues Online Thurs., Sept. 30 First Thursday Fettuccine Forum "Trial of the Century" Exhibit First Thursday Fettuccine Forum Dec. 2004 Center for Idaho History & Politics
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All books listed available at Boise State University Kootenai Ethnography of the Kutenai Kutenai Tales Nez Perce Noon nee-me-poo (we, the Nez Perces); Culture and History of the Nez Perces The Nez Perces since Lewis and Clark The Nez Percé Indians “I will fight no more forever”; Chief Joseph and Coeur D’ Alene Saga of the Coeur d’Alene Indians: an Account of Chief Joseph Seltice A brief history of the Coeur d’Alene Indians, 1805-1909 Sho-Ban Fort Hall and the Shoshone-Bannock The Bannock of Idaho Sage smoke; tales of the Shoshoni-Bannock Indians | Shoshone-Paiute A History of the Shoshone-Paiutes of the Numa, a Northern Paíute History Rabbit Skin Blanket Idaho Indians – General Idaho Indians: Tribal Histories The Idaho Indians in Transition, 1805-1960 Indian wars of Idaho Indians of Idaho Native Americans: the Contemporary Situation Idaho History Snake: The Plain and its People Secrets of the Magic Valley and In Mountain Shadows: A History of Idaho. History of Idaho |
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The National Museum of the The Smithsonian opened this national museum dedicated to Native Americans in September of this year. The Harvard Project on American Indian The Harvard University Native American Program compiles its research at this very comprehensive project site. |
Hosted by Idaho State University, this site is “Idaho’s natural history on-line.” The site features an excellent introduction to Idaho’s Native American tribes. Southeastern Idaho Native American This primer comes from E.S. Lohse who is both an Idaho State University Anthropology Professor and Curator of Anthropology at the Idaho Museum of Natural History. |
