What are some things the Shawnee tribe made?

What are some things the Shawnee tribe made?

The Shawnee were traditionally farming people and hunters and fishermen. The tools used by the Shawnee included spears, tomahawks, and bows and arrows. Shawnee arts and crafts included wood carving, pottery, and beadwork, which they are well-known for.

What were the Shawnee weapons?

Shawnee hunters and warriors used bows and arrows, stone tomahawks, and spears. Shawnee fisherman used spears and nets.

Did Shawnee Indians make pottery?

Many people contributed to the Shawnee Tribe Pottery Project and From Ancient Hands Exhibit. To answer this question, Shawnee tribal citizens worked with archaeologists, anthropologists, scientists, and a Wyandot potter to study ancestral ceramics and learn to make pots.

What kind of crafts did the Shawnee Indians make?

The Shawnee tribe is known for their beadwork, pottery, and wood carving. Like other eastern American Indians, the Shawnee also crafted wampum out of white and purple shell beads.

What kind of houses did the Shawnee Indians live in?

Many of the nomadic Shawnee tribe lived in Wigwams, aka wetus or wikkums, which are also known as birchbark houses. This type of temporary shelter was used by Algonquian speaking Native Indian tribes who lived in the woodland regions.

What is the Shawnee tribe Cultural Center store?

The STCC Store is a publicly accessible retail store dedicated to our mission and designed to extend the educational experience of our visitors. We provide opportunities for artists to market their work and create our own merchandise to raise awareness and encourage appreciation for our cultural center.

Who is the artist at the Shawnee tribe cultural center?

Featuring the art of Shawnee artist Gibson Byrd, who was a lifelong artist and educator. To honor his passion for art and teaching, interactive art exploration activities accompany the display. Featuring the art of Shawnee artist Gibson Byrd, who was a lifelong artist and educator.