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Showing 1–24 of 37. Purchases and service inquiries are made with each business, not through IM.
IM editorial mediaIndigenous Fine Art, Teaching Kits & Custom Commissions
Gig Harbor, Washington
Shana Yellow Calf Lukinich, an enrolled Northern Arapaho artist working in Gig Harbor, creates original contemporary paintings, prints, educational craft kits and related works. The artist also welcomes custom art inquiries; browse and contact her through her official shop.
Inuit-Owned Translation, Website Design and Community Consulting
Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Canada — head office.
Majority Inuit-owned Nunavut firm offering translations, web development, communications and economic-development planning.
Creative Goods & Educational Gifts
Saskatoon, SK, CA
Métis-owned creative gifts, 3D-printed pieces and educational goods.
Majority Native-Owned Indigenous Education and Museum Consulting
Connecticut, United States
Akomawt Educational Initiative is a majority Native-owned educational consultancy based in Connecticut that works with schools, colleges, museums and cultural institutions. Its current first-party website describes professional development, Indigenous curriculum and public-history guidance. Visitors should contact Akomawt directly for current programs, fees and scheduling. IM does not license educational materials or represent the consultancy.
Tlingit Jewelry, Apparel Art, Cultural Education & Workshops
Sitka, Alaska, United States (origin: Yakutat)
Sitka-based Tlingit artist Mary Goddard creates jewelry, Indigenous-inspired clothing and gifts and offers cultural storytelling and educational experiences.
IM editorial mediaBooks, Native literature & gifts
Minneapolis, MN
Native-owned independent bookstore with a deep catalog of Indigenous fiction, nonfiction, children's books, language resources and gifts.
Professional Education & Training
Orem, Utah, United States; online resources
Orem-based educational supplier offering phlebotomy reference books, online videos, posters, professional learning materials and continuing-education resources.
Tribally-Owned Facilities Support, Technology Training & Federal Services
114 Maintenance Road, Choctaw, Mississippi, corporate office.
Mississippi Choctaw-owned government and business services firm covering facilities support, technology training, security and project services.
IM editorial mediaFarm & Experiences
Isleta, NM
Pueblo of Isleta garden with programs and educational tours.
Sugpiaq/Alutiiq Traditional Art, Skin Sewing, Painting & Cultural Education
Kodiak, Alaska, United States — artist website, not a confirmed walk-in store
Kodiak Sugpiaq/Alutiiq artist Hanna Agasuuq Sholl explores skin sewing, weaving, painting, sculpting, photography, mixed media and cultural education.
IM editorial mediaIndigenous-Led Education, Books & Community Programs
Essex, Vermont
Gedakina is an Indigenous-led nonprofit serving Native American women, young people and families across New England. Its Vermont-based team offers educational and community programs, and its online shop publishes and sells books and learning materials about Indigenous foodways, storytelling, languages and gardening. Visitors can browse current publications or contact Gedakina directly for programs; sales and donations take place on its own site.
IM editorial mediaEducation & Training
Juneau, AK
Tlingit & Haida-owned career training and community learning center.
IM editorial mediaIndigenous books, education resources, publishing & consulting
Brantford / Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario
First Nations family-owned Indigenous bookstore, publisher and education-resource business based in Ontario.
IM editorial mediaKids & Educational Supplies
CA
First Nations-owned retailer of learning resources, toys, and sensory-support products.
IM editorial mediaInuit publishing, books & educational media
Iqaluit, Nunavut
Inuit-owned independent publisher based in Iqaluit, preserving and sharing Arctic stories, knowledge and creative work.
IM editorial mediaHair accessories, scarves & craft kits
Ontario, Canada
Indigenous family brand offering Kokom-inspired scrunchies, bows, scarves, hair accessories, craft kits and workshops.
IM editorial mediaChildcare & Early Learning
Campbell River, BC, CA
Wei Wai Kum First Nation-run licensed infant, toddler and preschool childcare programs.
IM editorial mediaNative-Owned Tribal Law, Government & Policy Services
Las Vegas, Nevada
Lathouris Law PLLC is a Native American-owned law firm founded by attorney Kostan R. Lathouris. The practice serves tribal governments through federal Indian and tribal law representation, legal research and document drafting, policy and code development, training, consultation and judicial services. Visitors should contact the firm directly for scope, jurisdiction and engagement; directory information is not legal advice or an attorney-client relationship.
IM editorial mediaChildcare & Early Learning
BC, CA
Leq’a:mel First Nation childcare centre with early learning and after-school programs.
Indigenous Beadwork, Regalia Fabrics & Craft Materials
Siren, Wisconsin, United States
Native-owned Ojibwe bead and craft shop supplying seed beads, Nymo thread, beading needles, beeswax, fabrics, learning resources and gifts.
Licensed business photoPhoto: Stilfehler (Wikimedia Commons) · 2008 exterior photograph · License
Tribally Owned Museums, Cultural Education & Native Arts
110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT 06338, USA
Tribally owned Mashantucket Pequot museum in Connecticut with cultural exhibits, research collections, educational tours and a Native Nations gift shop. Photo: Stilfehler (Wikimedia Commons) · 2008 exterior photograph · CC BY-SA 3.0. Source and license links appear on this business profile.
Licensed business photoTribal Cultural Museum, Educational Tours & Artisan Gift Shop
Millsboro, Delaware
The Nanticoke Indian Museum in Millsboro, Delaware is a tribal cultural destination run by the Nanticoke Indian Association. It presents Nanticoke community history, artifacts and educational exhibits, offers group tours by arrangement and has an on-site gift shop with Nanticoke-made crafts, jewelry and memorabilia. Hours may vary seasonally; check with the museum before visiting. IM does not manage admissions, tour reservations, artisan sales or permissions to photograph collections. Photo: Wikimedia Commons · Smallbones · Historic Harmon School / Nanticoke Indian Museum (2013) · cropped for layout · CC0 1.0. Source and license links appear on this business profile.
Penobscot-Owned Indigenous Curriculum & Education Resources
Indian Island, Maine according to Penobscot Nation business directory; downloadable online teaching resources.
Penobscot and Ho-Chunk educator's digital teaching guides, Indigenous representation resources and culturally grounded curriculum tools.
Inuit-Owned Workforce Development and Training
11-1 Mivvik Avenue, Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Canada.
Inuit-controlled Rankin Inlet company supporting Inuit recruitment, workforce training and industry partnerships.
