Online Resources
Foods (25 resources)
The Revitalization and Evolution of Indigenous Foods throughout North America with Sean Sherman
Video
Sean Sherman (Oglala Lakota), founder and CEO of the Sioux Chef, co-founder of North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems, and 2023 recipient of the Julia Child Award, discusses the revival of Indian food cultures.
Cultivating Copious Clams in Sea Gardens
Article
North Pacific Coast farmers are restoring clam gardens designed by their Indigenous ancestors.
Cranberry Day: Traditional Harvest Festivals
Video
Harvest ceremonies and festivals have been an integral part of Wampanoag lifeways for thousands of years. Learn the significance of Cranberry Day for Wampanoag communities as they continue cultural traditions and relationships with their homeland today.
Living Earth Festival 2023
Video Playlist
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations addressed climate change across Indian Country.
The Indigenous Origins of Maple Syrup
Article
Indigenous peoples in Canada and the northeastern United States are reviving their ancient practice of gathering maple sap and creating their own syrup.
The Breath of Life: Traditional Hawaiian Farmers are Reviving "Aloha ‘Āina," Love of the Land
Article
Hawaiian farmers are restoring Native growing methods and fish ponds to provide foods that nourish their islands' peoples physically and spiritually.
Gardens that Nurture Culture
Article
Native community gardens are providing healthy foods while cultivating cultural traditions.
Living Earth Virtual Festival 2021
Video Playlist
Festival presentations explored agricultural trends, innovations, and sustainability in Native communities with a focus on Native agricultural businesses.
Sustainable Agriculture
Video
Young Indigenous leaders discuss the role traditional ecological knowledge plays in their work as farmers and entrepreneurs.
The Story of the Lūʻau
Video Playlist
This three-part series explains why the lūʻau holds a unique position within Hawaiian celebrations and significant events.
Teach-In: Traditional Foods Sustain our Bodies and Spirits
Video Playlist
This Teach-In focuses on traditional foods and the knowledge related to growing, harvesting, storing and preparing them.
Seven Native American Chefs Share Thanksgiving Recipes
Blog
Thanksgiving ceremonies have always taken place whenever Native people have gathered, and food and feasts often serve as a focal point. Native chefs Javier Kaulaity, Clayton Jones, Justin Pioche, Elena Terry, Brian Pekah, Monie Horsechief, and Anthony Warrior share recipes inspired by Native American foods and techniques.
Indigenous Food Sovereignty
Video
A conversation with young Native foodies working to decolonize their diets and restore balance in their bodies and communities.
Pacific Northwest History and Cultures: Why Do the Foods We Eat Matter?
Classroom
This online lesson provides perspectives from Native American community members, images, objects, and other sources to help students and teachers understand the important connections between foods and cultures in the region.
Food Sovereignty
Article
Sound food policy can help restore tribal culture and improve the health of its members.
The Inka Empire: What Innovations Can Provide Food and Water for Millions?
Classroom
This onlinelesson highlights Inka-period engineering accomplishments that allowed the Inka to manage their vast and dispersed empire, and how their legacy has relevancy in the present day.
El Imperio Inka: ¿Qué innovaciones pueden proveer alimento y agua para millones?
Classroom
Esta lección destaca los logros de ingeniería del período Inka que permitieron a los Inka administrar su vasto y disperso imperio y cómo su legado tiene relevancia en la actualidad.
Playing “Cropetition,” the Game of Survival
Article
Testing an interactive for the National Museum of the American Indian’s imagiNATIONS Activity Center
Symposium—Chocolate Chat
Video Playlist
Chefs explore the rich history of cacao and chocolate.
Symposium—Chefs’ Conversation: Celebrating Healthy Native Foods
Video
Chefs celebrate the extraordinary bounty of foods indigenous to the Americas and discuss sustainable farming practices, food sovereignty, and Native American culinary traditions and values.
Symposium—On the Table: Creating a Healthy Food Future
Video Playlist
This symposium explores innovative ways to build a healthier, more resilient food future that provides fresh, nutritious choices while protecting public health and sustaining our environment.
The Wonders of Chocolate: Food Demonstration and Discussion
Video
The Power of Chocolate is a two-day festival that celebrates the culture, history, science, and cuisine of the Mesoamerican cacao.
Power of Chocolate: Food Demonstration and Discussion
Video
Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe Chef Richard Hetzler demonstrates cooking techniques employing chocolate in several dishes.
The Health Benefits of Chocolate
Video
Dr. Catherine Kwik-Uribe of Mars Botanical gives a brief overview of some of the historical uses of cacao, as well as the latest scientific research on the health benefits of chocolate, cocoa, and cocoa flavanols.
Symposium—Creating a Climate of Change: A Sustainable Future for the Living Earth
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Social thinker Jeremy Rifkin and authors and educators Gregory Cajete and Melissa K. Nelson explore how we can incorporate the values of sustainability in our culture.