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This pigeon is wearing a sweater.
Laurel Roth Hope crochets suits that mimic the plumage of extinct or endangered bird species—in this case, the extinct Carolina parakeet. "Biodiversity Reclamation Suit: Carolina Parakeet" (2009) is in our : s.si.edu/3VTUQGo
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In honor of the 40th anniversary of ’ National Heritage Fellowships, today we launch an expanded version of our Masters of Tradition story map!
Start exploring: s.si.edu/storymap
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The Smithsonian's governing body, our Board of Regents, will webcast their annual public forum on Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. ET. Tune in to hear about future programs and Smithsonian museums. s.si.edu/3VTCS6O
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How do scientists keep track of the birds they band? Just as each car has its own unique license plate number, each aluminum band is engraved with a unique set of numbers that scientists use to identify individuals. Find out what other techniques are used: nationalzoo.si.edu/migratory-bird
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Known for her parties, soufflés, and wit, Lucy Hicks Anderson never let anyone tell her how to live. When her gender was put on trial in the 40s, her case made her one of the first documented transgender figures in American history. #BecauseOfHerStory
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Happy #Thanksgiving! We hope your bird is as stately as this "Bronze Turkey" (ca. 1911) by Albert Laessle from our . s.si.edu/3l6LMuE
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See lots of more appetizing Thanksgiving objects, artworks and stories from across the Smithsonian:
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Planning to enjoy pumpkin pie this week? Thank mammoth poop.
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Susette La Flesche (Inshata-Theumba, Omaha) argued against the involuntary removal of Native American people and for Native American citizenship rights:
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Susette La Flesche (Inshata-Theumba, Omaha) became an activist after witnessing the U.S. government force the Ponca to leave Nebraska.
She later married reporter Thomas Tibbles in this outfit—now in @smithsoniannmai—on restored Ponca land. #NDNsEverywhere
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This portrait by José María Mora, c. 1879, is from . Learn more about La Flesche's work against the involuntary removal of Native American people and for Native American citizenship rights: s.si.edu/3UPxjpW
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Susette La Flesche (Inshata-Theumba, Omaha) became an activist after witnessing the U.S. government force the Ponca to leave Nebraska.
She later married reporter Thomas Tibbles in this outfit—now in —on restored Ponca land. #NDNsEverywhere
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Tailyr Irvine (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes), a photojournalist whose work is discussed in this episode:
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In Reservation Math: Navigating Love in Native America, w/ @SmithsonianNMAI, we look at the colonial origin of blood quantum and how it continues to impact the intimate decisions of many Native Americans regarding love and family. #NDNsEverywhere
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Elizabeth and Roy Peratrovich, Sr. (Tlingit), whose papers you can transcribe with our :
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Elizabeth and Roy Peratrovich, Sr. (Tlingit) were prominent Native rights activists in Alaska in the 20th c. — advocating for equality of all citizens, regardless of race.
Transcribe their papers @SmithsonianNMAI: transcription.si.edu/project/47955. #NDNsEverywhere #SmithsonianNAHM
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We're sharing stories of American Indians that have shaped this country, from the arts to activism to military service. Follow along & then learn more that might surprise you with our exhibition "Americans": americanindian.si.edu/americans/ #NDNsEverywhere #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Today with @SmithsonianNMAI, we are sharing the stories of Native American individuals you might not have known who shaped America. Learn from across the Smithsonian in this thread.
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Tom Jones (Ho-Chunk) sewed beads, rhinestones, and shells directly onto this portrait in :
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"Portraiture for me is exposing the world to my tribe" said artist Tom Jones from the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin. In this portrait, he introduces us to Elizah Leonard. She wears a Fancy Dance shawl and jewelry made by family. #NAHM
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Certain her son would die in WWI, Hosteen Nez Basa, a Navajo woman, made this blanket for his burial.
When her son returned home alive, she donated the blanket to benefit the local Red Cross to raffle off, raising close to $1,500. #NDNsEverywhere #NAHM
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Marie Watt (Seneca Nation of Indians) honors veterans, her family, and her Native American culture in this piece in our :
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“I’m compelled how an object that is in some ways so humble and simple can have so much meaning and power.”
Artist Marie Watt discusses how her artwork, “Edson’s Flag” (2004), honors veterans, her family, and her Native culture: americanart.si.edu/videos/meet-ar
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Central American artist Ubaldo Sánchez, who creates sawdust carpets called alfombras de aserrín, from :
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Ubaldo Sánchez is a cultural leader in the Washington, D.C. area's Mam community, who are part of Guatemala's Maya diaspora in the U.S. Sánchez is known for his creative readaptations of Central American traditions like the sawdust rugs. s.si.edu/3geyDTV #NDNsEverywhere
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Mitchelene BigMan (Apsáalooke [Crow]/Hidatsa), who founded the first recognized all-Native American Women Color Guard, with :
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Mitchelene BigMan (Apsáalooke [Crow]/Hidatsa) wore this jingle dress in the 2013 presidential inaugural parade. The military patches represent her status as a Native American woman, US Army vet & founding president of Native American Women Warriors, @nawwusa. #NDNsEverywhere
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Joseph Cochran (Member of the Cherokee Nation), who flew with the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, from our :
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Joseph Cochran of the Cherokee Nation flew the B-17 during WWII. He was wounded while on an air campaign when his plane was severely damaged but was able to fly back to base. For his service, he earned the Silver Star, Purple Heart, and Distinguished Flying Cross. #NDNSEverywhere
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Tichkematse (Cheyenne), one of the first Native American employees at the Smithsonian, from :
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Tichkematse (Cheyenne) was only at @smithsonian for 3 yrs but left a legacy. As an early #NativeAmerican employee, he conducted fieldwork, collected objects from Native communities & interpreted anthropological collections.
More: s.si.edu/Tichkematse
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Grace Thorpe, a World War II veteran and Native American rights activist:
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Grace Thorpe stood for Native American equality. She worked in the Women's Army Corps during WWII, defended the legacy of her father, athlete Jim Thorpe, and served the Sac and Fox Nation as a tribal judge and health commissioner.
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Today with , we are sharing the stories of Native American individuals you might not have known who shaped America. Learn from across the Smithsonian in this thread.⬇️ #NDNsEverywhere
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5️�?� Tennis champion, entrepreneur and pay equity activist Venus Williams
6️�?� Children’s rights activist and founder of the Children's Defense Fund Marian Wright Edelman
7️�?� Chef and humanitarian José Andrés
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Venus Williams is one of the most inspiring women in the history of sports. 
"Venus Williams, Double Portrait" by Robert Pruitt will go on view alongside portraits of 6 other #PortraitOfaNation Award honorees beginning Nov. 10.
: s.si.edu/3sPVtE4 © 2022 Robert Pruitt
"Venus Williams, Double Portrait" by Robert Pruitt will go on view alongside portraits of 6 other #PortraitOfaNation Award honorees beginning Nov. 10.
: s.si.edu/3sPVtE4 © 2022 Robert Pruitt
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#PortraitOfaNation features seven portraits.
1️�?� 23-time Grand Slam champion and entrepreneur Serena Williams
2️�?� Music executive and philanthropist Clive Davis
3️�?� Academy Award nominee, Emmy, and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay
4️�?� Public health expert Dr. Anthony S. Fauci
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Tonight we're at celebrating the power of portraiture and seven people who've made transformative contributions to the U.S. #PortraitOfaNation #PortraitGala
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Video description: a group of 14 people pose for photos in front of the stainless steel circle of the National Native American Veterans Memorial and ceremonial flame.
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The memorial flame of the National Native American Veterans Memorial is lit. The memorial recognizes for the first time on a national scale the enduring and distinguished service of Native Americans in every branch of the US military. #NativeVeterans #VeteransDay
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Today honors the exceptional military service of Native Americans in a formal dedication of the National Native American Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. #WhyWeServe
Watch live: americanindian.si.edu/livestream
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This #VeteransDay we honor the service and sacrifices of of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian veterans & service members and their families. americanindian.si.edu/nnavm
"Veterans", Jesse T. Hummingbird (Cherokee Nation, 1952-2021). 2016, acrylic on canvas. 26/9780
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Today the museum is honoring the exceptional military service of Native Americans in a formal dedication of the National Native American Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. #WhyWeServe
Starting at 2 p.m. EST, watch the procession and ceremony live:
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This powwow drum—made from a discarded 55-gallon oil barrel and canvas from a cot—was used in a 2004 powwow organized by Sergeant Debra Mooney (Choctaw) and the 120th Engineer Combat Battalion in Iraq. Titled "Desert Thunder," it's now in .
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Starting today, see seven new commissioned artworks of #PortraitOfaNation honorees at .
In "AVA," Kenturah Davis used a stamping technique to portray director, writer, producer and advocate Ava DuVernay.
See all the 2022 honorees: s.si.edu/3sPVtE4
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Feeling groovy rolling up to the polls in this outfit in our .
It's from 1972, which was the first presidential election held after the voting age for U.S. citizens was lowered from 21 to 18 through the 26th Amendment. s.si.edu/3fLy2ce
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It took pride, deceit, and a giant catapult to set off the feud between the Wright brothers and the .
The Wright Flyer is now a centerpiece of 's collection. This is the story of how it nearly wasn’t.
🎧 on : spoti.fi/3NviuFS
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Safe or out? We're leaving this call to the umpire. This action-packed 1928 woodcut print by Helen West Heller in our has an almost freeze frame effect. In honor of the #WorldSeries more baseball-themed art: s.si.edu/BaseballBlog
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How about a quick moment of zen for #WorldJellyfishDay?
Thanks to the dream-like underwater photography of Franz Schensky. From his "Tier-und Pflanzenleben der Nordsee" (Animal and plant life of the North Sea) (1914-1922).
In : s.si.edu/34Fqqjn
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During #DayOfTheDead, families and communities welcome back the spirits of their loved ones with altars. Its main objects symbolize life’s elements: water, wind, fire, and earth. More about this tradition in our new Day of the Dead Learning Kit. s.si.edu/3WltRUT
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This belt by Oglala Lakota artists Kevin and Valerie Pourier celebrates the activism of contemporary Native American women.
Read about the women featured on "Winyan Wánakikśin" (Women Defenders of Others), now in : s.si.edu/2DaoXTy #BecauseOfHerStory #NAHM
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