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Montana Shows You The Best Of Native American Culture
November 21, 2014 | Leave a Comment
American culture is something that unfailingly awes every other culture and nation. Nevertheless, what is also as interesting as the popular American culture is the Native American culture. Not only does it let you have a peek into what was in this beautiful country but it also lets you understand how the American people started. If you want to see the best of the Native American culture, then visiting Montana is a must.
Montana is home to some of 12 Native American or Indian tribes, which comprise 6.3 percent of the state’s entire population. They are scattered all over 7 reservations. The Indian tribes were able to freely roam across the state until the settlers came. The beautiful thing about Montana is the state has preserved its heritage as it rides along with the developing world.
On popular location to visit in MT is the Museum of the Plains Indian. Historic arts of the tribes can be seen in this museum in Browning. Experience it through exhibits of traditional costumes as well as ceremonial arts.
Another popular choice is Blackfeet Heritage Center which is located just across from the Museum of the Plains where you can see more skilled art exhibits. Blackfeet elders teach about their burial rituals, which includes putting the deceased on a tree and leaving him there forever. Their spouses show their respect by cutting their hair or even a finger. It may not be very reasonable for anyone who lives in this modern world, but these are things the Native Americans hold with much reverence.
Photo Information: This photo is provided by and given credit to Loco Steve – on Flickr.com with permission via Creative Commons Licensing.