Ceremonial Items

Northern Plains artist Jim Little Wounded has painted a beautiful Horse Dance scene on this cottonwood drum. The scene is of warriors who are honoring their gallant steeds as a Nation, giving thanks for all they do for the Lakota Oyate. Learn More

Imbued with the spirit of the elk, this pedestal drum features painted images of this animal, a beaded amulet, and feather dangles. Learn More

Bear's are ferocious, tenacious and extremely territorial. When confronted, they never back down and a fight usually means to the death. But a Bear is also a parent, a mother bear cares for her cubs until it is time to separate forever. A mother bear will fight off any male bear intruders and teach her young to defend themselves, feed themselves and even care for themselves. A bear knows what kinds of grasses to eat when they are not feeling well. A bear also knows what kinds of muds to lay in when injured to help facilitate the healing process.

Bear Warrior's are respected in every way that the bear is. A confrontation with a Bear Warrior meant to the death. This pedestal drum features painted bear tracks and images of a bear defending his family and territory. Learn More

Presenting powerful symbols of the Ghost Dance, this hand drum depicts a buffalo emerging from the spirit world. Learn More

Capturing the powerful spirit of the Thunderbird, this hand drum combines a sculptural amulet head and feather fan tail with a colorful painted body to represent this elusive creature. Learn More