What Does “Anasazi” Mean, and Why Is It Controversial?

Art, Blog, Culture

We were recently updating a page on our website and were surprised when we came across some text using the outdated term “Anasazi.” We recognized the need to change the term on that page, and to search the site for any other remaining references. Realizing that people...

Fighting Fires and Chasing Dinosaurs: An Interview with Artist Levon Loncassion

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Levon Loncassion is an award-winning artist from Zuni Pueblo, with works at Mesa Verde National Park’s visitor center and the Heard Museum. A former wildland firefighter, his art is heavily influenced by nature, along with Zuni culture, and artists from Pueblos to...

In ‘Toon with Cartoonist Ricardo Caté

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Ricardo Caté giving an intimate talk exclusively to IPCC museum members at the members-only exhibit opening. For information on becoming a member, click here. Ricardo Caté of Santo Domingo/Kewa Pueblo is known for Without Reservations, the only Native American cartoon...

Journey of the Bird of Kewa

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“I talk to each pot. When it’s almost near completion, I say ‘Whose home are you going to grace? You’re only going to go to someone who really loves you, so be happy. Bless the home that you’re in.’” Perhaps no other quote or series of words could better capture the...