The history and culture of this tribe includes a brief biography of Crazy Horse. Native Americans NSHS s Nebraska Trailblazers Series Brief history of Pawnee Scouts. Map shows location of Indian tribes in Nebraska in mid-l800s. Famous Native Americans from Nebraska, four types of homes, clothing, and everyday objects are illustrated. Coloring page is interior of round earthlodge.
Activity is a crossword puzzle about Indian tribes.
Three pages, photocopied. Brief description of Indian house types, pattern for constructing a miniature tipi, and some examples of Indian design. This exhibit is excellent for all ages and looks at the origins of the Omaha tribe, its history, and its present resurgence. Studio photographs are included from a 19th century international exhibition in Paris, which show in stunning detail the traditional Omaha dress of the 1800s. The exhibit includes several animal hides for hands-on learning and some artifacts.