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Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Beyond Earth Day
April 15, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Participating in Earth Day is a great way to show support, but it is equally important to make ourselves climate conscious every day. Turn your good intentions into good habits! Follow along for ways you can work to change your life and environment for the…
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Seminole Customary Use Rights
April 8, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Do you know what customary use rights are? Join us as we learn more about Big Cypress National Preserve in South Florida, and the rights Seminole and Miccosukee people have in this federally managed space.
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History of Tamiami Trail
April 1, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Grab some snacks for the road! Officially opened in 1928, Tamiami Trail changed Florida and Florida tourism forever. Join us as we drive through the history of Tamiami Trail.
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The First Seminole Tourist Camps
March 25, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
This week, we will dive deeper into the history of how Seminole tourist camps came to be, and how they are a symbol of Seminole resilience in a changing world. Come for a visit! Learn how you can still see the history of those camps…
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The Power of Postcards
March 18, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
This week join us as we explore the power of postcards! Learn about the development and historic rise and fall of postcards. Explore some postcards from the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum Online Collection. Do you have a favorite personal or historic postcard?
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Ecotourism in Indian Country
March 11, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
In the third and final installment of our Ethics and Native communities series, join us as we learn all about ecotourism and how to be an ethical eco-tourist in Indian Country. Think critically about your role as a tourist, and how to be responsible when…
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Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation: Where is the line?
March 4, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
In our second installment of the Ethics and Native cultures series, join us for a conversation about cultural appropriation. What is it? What can YOU do to appreciate other cultures? Avoid falling into the trap of appropriation!
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Being an Ethical Consumer of Native Arts and Crafts
February 25, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Native arts and crafts are big business – buy do you know where the ones you are buying come from? This week, we are learning about the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 and how to be an ethical consumer of American Indian Art.…
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Traditional Seminole Foods: Resistance and Resilience
February 18, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
From sofkee to pumpkin fry bread, bring a plate and get ready to eat! This week join us as we learn about traditional Seminole foods and how they are important to Seminole people and a culture of resilience and resistance. How many have you had…
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Biodiversity in the Florida Everglades
February 11, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Join us for a swamp walk! Explore the biodiversity of the Florida Everglades as we visit this unique wetland.
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