

When you are thinking of Visiting a Pow Wow you may have some questions.
I have heard some very wild ideas from folks on Pow Wow's and what they are. So here are some answers to some of the questions that you may be thinking about.
Are Pow Wow's open to the publie ? Yes they are.
Are they scary to small children ? Not at all
Is there violence ? None
Is there sacrifices ? None
I there drunken folks whooping it up ? Not at all
Many communitys are getting involved by hosting Pow Wow's, these events can be a one day or a weekend event, or even a major Pow Wow event that last as long as a week.
Some of these Pow Wow celebrations in some areas can include:
Rodeos that featur Native contestants.
Mountain Men Rendezvous camps featuring demonstrations of blacksmithing, carpentry, tool making, gunsmithing and lots of other skills of the 18th. centuries. The folks who take part in these exhibits dress in authentic clothing of the time they are portraying. It's a very educational step back in time, especially for children of all ages.
You can find storytellers who share timeless Native myths and legends with folks that are interested.
You will also find at some Pow Wow's, demonstrations and classes on beadwork, hide tanning, cooking, finger weaving, and the making of Native crafts.
There are always vendor booths to shop at also.
Look, learn and enjoy the Pow Wow!



Fun in New Hampshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum On Pow Wow Day's in Warner P-4 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)


When Visiting a Pow Wow!
Put aside all those Hollywood images of what Indians look like. Native Americas like every one come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
There are those that have green-eyes and are redhead's, milky skinned with blue-eye's and blond hair to the dark brown. They are all Native in their heritage, blood and heart's. Some are tall and stately, short and stocky. Some have long, angular faces, round faces, some have round eyes, almond shaped eyes.
If you take the time to learn, and become knowledgable of Native History and anthropology, you will become more aware that these physical characteristics are a clear indication of the lineage of their heritage. Don't be so insensitive as to ask someone if they are Indian, or as to how much Indian are you anyway.
Don't scoff! It's happened to all of us.
Look, learn and enjoy the Pow Wow!
Fun in New Hampshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum on Pow Wow Day's Warner P-4 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)

Fun in New Hampshshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum on Pow Wow Day's in Warner P-3 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)

Takeing Photo's at Pow Wow's!
This is something I can not say enough about taking Pictures at a Pow Wow. Do not take photo's at random. Either still photo's or video. At some larger Pow Wow's it's required that you register your camera, and they will put a number on it. The announcer will tell the audience when pictures are permitted. Always pay attention. If you should see a particular dance you would like photo's of, be sure to ask permission of the announcer. If you are told no, then don't do it. Some dances are held sacred, and are never to have photo's taken of the dance. If you see a dancer you think is especially striking, ask if you may take a photo after the dancer leaves the circle. It would be a nice courtesy of you to take the dancer's name and address and send them a copy of the photo. The giving of Human kindness and consideration are always long remembered, and very deeply appreciated.
Be wise, and always be cautious - Ask First!
Look, learn and enjoy the Pow Wow!
Fun in New Hampshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum on Pow Wow Day's in Warner P-3 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)
Old Drum Head with an Eagle Head Painted on it.
Fun in New Hampshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum on Pow Wow Day's P-2 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)

Some more about Pow Wow Etiquette when visiting a Pow Wow!

Fun in New Hampshire Visiting MT. Kearsarge Indian Museum on Pow Wow Day's in Warner P-2 (Baker Home Inspection and Consulting)


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