Pow Wow Collection

Indian pow wow, Sqylax, British Columbia, Canada, North America

SIEUR DE LA SALLE (1643-1687). French explorer. La Salles party feasting in Illinois Village, 1680: oil on canvas, 1847, by George Catlin

Bison dance of the Mandan Native Americans in front of their medicine lodge
MANDAN: BISON DANCE, 1844. Bison dance of the Mandan Native Americans in front of their medicine lodge. Aquatint engraving, 1844, after Karl Bodmer

I Will Tell the White Man, c. 1900. Creator: Frederic Remington
I Will Tell the White Man, c. 1900

The Royal Colonial Tour, the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall in Canada (litho)
1628441 The Royal Colonial Tour, the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall in Canada (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Colonial Tour)

The Rebellion in Canada (engraving)
1044955 The Rebellion in Canada (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rebellion in Canada)

In the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, the Pow-Wow at Black Feet Crossing, 10 September (engraving)
1054857 In the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, the Pow-Wow at Black Feet Crossing, 10 September (engraving) by Nash

The Peaceable Kingdom, 1832-34 (see also 84503)
PHD480 The Peaceable Kingdom, 1832-34 (see also 84503) by Hicks, Edward (1780-1849); 43.1x58.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: William Penns Treaty with the Indians November 1682; ); American

To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, VII (engraving)
1054669 To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, VII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, VII)

To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, VI (engraving)
1054626 To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne, VI (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Great North-West with the Marquis of Lorne)

The Chief of the Powhattan Tribe, detail from the Nova Virginiae Tabula
CHT170174 The Chief of the Powhattan Tribe, detail from the Nova Virginiae Tabula, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) and Dirck Gryp, 1647 (coloured engraving) by Blaeu

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Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Blackfoot dancer in a buffalo headdress at the Blackfoot Arts & Heritage Festival Pow Wow organized by Parks Canada

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Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Blackfoot dancer in a buffalo headdress and sunglasses wearing a porcupine quill breastplate and holding a spear

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Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes National Park, Pow Wow Grand Entry at the Blackfoot Arts & Heritage Festival to celebrate Parks Canadas centennial, Flags of Canada and the United States

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Canada, Alberta, Waterton Lakes NP, Blackfoot Indians dressed for a Pow Wow with Middle and Upper Waterton Lakes the Rocky Mountains and the Prince of Wales Hotel in the background

Tribal dance
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Tribal leaders in headdress
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Indian Council, 1837 (w / c on paper)
WLT211671 Indian Council, 1837 (w/c on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 21.7x32 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; American, out of copyright

Crow Indian Chief Bear

OGALALA SIOUX GHOST DANCE at the Pine Ridge Native American Reservation, South Dakota. Illustration by Frederic Remington, 1890

Western Canada - General Pow-Wow - Old Hudsons Bay Post. Date: 1928

Dancing and Grand march at the North American Indian Days celebration at Browning Montana, USA

Crow Indian Chief Bears Tooth at the great peace council at Fort Laramie, 12 November 1867
KW409926 Crow Indian Chief Bears Tooth at the great peace council at Fort Laramie, 12 November 1867, illustration from The World in the Hands, engraved by Gauchard

ALGONQUIAN NATIVE AMERICANS. Carolina Algonquian Native Americans dancing. Detail from a watercolor by John White, c1585

LE MOYNE: NATIVE AMERICANS, 1564. Rene de Laudonniere and the Florida Native Americans, 1564. Watercolor by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

MANDAN BULL DANCE, 1832. Mandan Bull Dance. Oil by George Catlin on canvas, 1832

ALGONQUIANS, 1585. Carolina Algonquian Native Americans dancing. Watercolor, c1585, by John White

New Mexico, Taos. Native American Powwow Taos Pueblo, New Mexico

NA, USA, Montana, Arlee Feathers on Native American outfit at annual Arlee Powwow
USA, Montana, Arlee Feathers on Native American outfit at annual Arlee Powwow

Tipis at sunset at Browning Montana

Tipis at sunset at Browning Montana (lightning added digitally)

Tipi with American flag at the North American Indian Days celebration in Browning Montana

Painted teepee at North American Indian Days celebration in Browning, Montana

Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Pow wow at the Institute of American Indian Arts. Native American in his traditional regalia from the Northern territories

NATIVE AMERICAN CEREMONY. Florida Native Americans consecrating the skin of a stag to the sun, while French soldiers (right) observe the ceremony

CHIEF PONTIAC (d. 1769). American Ottowa Indian Chief. Chief Pontiac in war council in 1763
CHIEF PONTIAC (d.1769). American Ottowa Indian Chief. Chief Pontiac in war council in 1763. Color engraving, 19th century

VIRGINIA: CHICKAHOMINY TRIBE. Captain Sir Samuel Argall (1572-1626) in pow-wow with the Chickahominy tribe of Virginia, c1610. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry, 1619

NATIVE AMERICAN DANCE. New World Native Americans at a ceremonial dance. Line engraving, American, 18th century

OGALLALA SIOUX GHOST DANCE at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, South Dakota. Wood engraving, American, 1891

FIVE NATIONS: MEETING, c1570. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga)
FIVE NATIONS: MEETING, c1570. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, and Seneca) assembled around the Huron prophet Deganawidah, center

FLORIDA: NATIVE AMERICANS, 1591. Florida Native Americans holding a triumphant and solemn ritual in celebration of the defeat of an enemy

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"Experience the Vibrant Cultural Celebration in Sqylax, British Columbia" Immerse yourself in the rich traditions and captivating spirit of the Indian pow wow, a mesmerizing gathering that showcases the vibrant heritage of North America. Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Sqylax, British Columbia, Canada, this annual event is a true testament to the enduring legacy of indigenous communities. Dating back centuries, pow wows have been an integral part of Native American culture. They serve as a platform for tribes from various nations to come together and celebrate their shared history through dance, music, artistry, and storytelling. The echoes of these ancient customs can still be felt today as visitors witness awe-inspiring performances that pay homage to ancestral wisdom. Inspired by historical accounts like SIEUR DE LA SALLE's exploration party feasting with Illinois Village natives or Karl Bodmer's depiction of Mandan Native Americans performing their iconic Bison dance outside their medicine lodge; one cannot help but marvel at the resilience and beauty preserved within these cultural practices. The significance of pow wows extends beyond mere entertainment; they are powerful symbols of unity and pride. Frederic Remington's poignant artwork titled "I Will Tell the White Man" captures this sentiment perfectly - it portrays a Native American chief sharing his tribe's stories with an eager audience while emphasizing mutual understanding between cultures. Throughout history, even esteemed figures such as Duke and Duchess Cornwall embarked on royal colonial tours across Canada to witness firsthand these extraordinary gatherings. Engravings depicting events like "The Rebellion in Canada" or "The Pow-Wow at Black Feet Crossing" immortalize moments when diverse communities came together under one roof to foster harmony amidst challenging times. One cannot overlook George Catlin's masterpiece "The Peaceable Kingdom, " which beautifully illustrates how different tribes coexisted peacefully during pow wows despite political tensions elsewhere. It serves as a reminder that cultural exchange can transcend boundaries and foster mutual respect.