Navajo Turquoise Jewelry: The History of Its Elegance
The “living” stone of turquoise remains the heart of Navajo jewelry. Its perceived powers and color-changing abilities captivate everyone from artisans to admirers. Inspired by Spaniards, the techniques used to make Navajo turquoise jewelry keep with... Read more
Pueblo Pottery Exhibit Transforms Storytelling
When thinking of art exhibits, you may imagine walking through rooms and halls filled with artifacts silently vying for your attention. Placards reveal dates, names, and some relevant details about the pieces. Sometimes the visit seems more like a grade school history... Read more
Navajo Jewelry: A Journey of Sophistication
When thinking about Navajo jewelry, many picture chunky turquoise with heavy silver. However, much has changed since the Navajo began making jewelry. After the Spanish taught the Navajo how to silversmith, their techniques and designs became innovative, unique, and... Read more
Bolo Ties – An Iconic Representation of Culture
After its invention in 1954, the bolo tie has become a fashion staple primarily among those who live in the southwest. An Arizonian by the name of Victor Cedarstaff is a possible individual responsible for creating the bolo tie. According to historians, one windy day... Read more