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Peace Pipe Collection

"Embracing Unity and Harmony: The Significance of the Peace Pipe in Native American Culture" The peace pipe, a symbol of unity and diplomacy

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Peace Pipe Collection: PETALESHARO II (1823-1874). Also known as Man Chief. Chaui or Grand Pawnee Native American chief
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Peace Pipe Collection: PEACE PIPE CEREMONY, 1718. Chitimacha Native Americans in Louisiana on their way to take part in
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Peace Pipe Collection: Chief Massasoit pledges friendship with Plymouth Pilgrims
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Peace Pipe Collection: NATI2A-00113
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Peace Pipe Collection: BODMER: HIDATSA NATIVE AMERICAN. Pehriska-Ruhpa (Two Ravens), Hidatsa Native American
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Peace Pipe Collection: MASSASOIT & CARVER, 1620. Wampanoag Native American chief Massasoit meeting with John Carver
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Peace Pipe Collection: Native Americans meet Lewis and Clark at Council Bluffs
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Peace Pipe Collection: GUY JOHNSON (c1740-1788). American (Irish-born) military officer and diplomat
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Peace Pipe Collection: KEOKUK (c1783-1848). Native American Sauk chief. Oil on canvas, 1835, by George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Tah It Way, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Peace Pipe Collection: Three Peace-Pipes, Dakota Sioux, North American Indian
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Peace Pipe Collection: Chief Red Fox, a Sioux Indian, c. 1900 (b/w photo)
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Peace Pipe Collection: The Medicine Man, 1907, photogravure by John Andrew & Son (photogravure)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Historians of the Tribe, 1890 / 99. Creator: Frederic Remington
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Peace Pipe Collection: halftone print of Sitting Bull, Hunkpapa Lakota chief
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Peace Pipe Collection: 985682
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Peace Pipe Collection: Manhattan Purchase (colour litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: The Interior of the Hut of a Mandan Chief, plate 19 from Volume 2 of
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Peace Pipe Collection: Sioux pipes, c. 1851 (litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: The Interior of a Hut of a Mandan Chief, plate 19 from Volume 2 of
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Peace Pipe Collection: Portrait of Sitting Bull with Calumet, 1885 (albumen print)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Conflict of the Linn Boys with the Indians, pub. 1883 (engraving)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Sioux evening meal, Traverse des Sioux, 20th July 1851 (pencil on paper)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Palmam Qui Meruit, Ferat (colour litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Group of Indians on a River Bank, 1854 (w / c on paper)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Native Americans of the Fox and Raven tribes smoking the peace pipe (coloured engraving)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Native Americans (coloured engraving)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Smoking Pipe (oil on canvas)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Naw-kaw, Winnebago Chief, print made by Thomas Loraine McKenney, c. 1840 (colour litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Wampum beads, North America (chromolitho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Interpreter Sacagawea reunited with the Shoshone people on Lewis and Clarkes Expedition 49
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Peace Pipe Collection: Okee-Makee-Quid, A Chippeway Chief, 1854 (hand finished lithographed plate)
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Peace Pipe Collection: The United States flag has been donated to all Indian tribes (colour litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Red Jacket, Chief of the Senecas, 1853 (colour litho)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Figure drawing, 1851 (pencil on paper)
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Peace Pipe Collection: The Sacrifice to Quitchi-Manitou, or The Great Spirit, by the Canadians
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Peace Pipe Collection: Charles American Horse, a member of Buffalo Bills Wild West Show, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
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Peace Pipe Collection: Pam-a-ho, The Swimmer, One of Black Hawk's Warriors, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Pipe Dance, Assiniboine, 1835-1837. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Raw-no-way-woh-krah, Loose Pipestem, a Brave, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Shaw-da-mon-nee, There He Goes, a Brave, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Mo-sho-la-tub-bee, He Who Puts Out and Kills, Chief of the Tribe, 1834. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Penns Treaty with the Indians, c. 1840 / 1844. Creator: Edward Hicks
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Peace Pipe Collection: Osage Chief with Two Warriors, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Pipe Dance - Assinneboine, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Three Selish Indians, 1855 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: Old Menomonie Chief with Two Young Beaux, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
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Peace Pipe Collection: A Cheyenne Chief, His Wife, and a Medicine Man, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin


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"Embracing Unity and Harmony: The Significance of the Peace Pipe in Native American Culture" The peace pipe, a symbol of unity and diplomacy, holds deep cultural significance among Native American tribes. Dating back centuries, this sacred tradition has been passed down through generations as a way to forge alliances and maintain harmony within communities. One notable figure associated with the peace pipe is Petalesharo II, also known as Man Chief or Grand Pawnee. As a Chaui Native American chief, he understood the power of peaceful negotiations and utilized the peace pipe ceremony to establish diplomatic relations between tribes. Another historical moment captured in time is the Peace Pipe Ceremony of 1718 involving Chitimacha Native Americans from Louisiana. This copper engraving by Antoine Simon Le Page du Pratz depicts their journey towards reconciliation with the French after years of conflict. The calumet ceremony marked an end to hostilities and paved the way for mutual understanding. Pehriska-Ruhpa (Two Ravens), a Hidatsa Native American portrayed by Bodmer, exemplifies how individuals played crucial roles during peace pipe ceremonies. These gatherings were not only about smoking tobacco but also about fostering connections between different tribes and promoting peaceful coexistence. The encounter between Wampanoag chief Massasoit and John Carver, governor of Plymouth colony in 1620, showcases how early settlers sought alliances through these ceremonial rituals. Their meeting laid the foundation for future cooperation amidst challenging times. Even renowned explorers like Lewis and Clark recognized the importance of engaging with native cultures at Council Bluffs. Their interaction with Native Americans further emphasized that sharing a smoke from the peace pipe was more than just symbolic; it represented mutual respect and understanding across cultural boundaries. Native American chiefs such as Keokuk demonstrated leadership skills by utilizing diplomacy as they navigated complex relationships during turbulent times. His influence extended beyond his own tribe, showcasing how influential figures used this powerful tool to maintain peace.