Buffalo Bill Center of the West 5

For previous posts sharing my visit to this fantastic museum complex, click here:

Buffalo Bill Center of the West Introduction

Buffalo Bill Center of the West 2

Buffalo Bill Center of the West 3

Buffalo Bill Center of the West 4

Continuing on:

I was impressed with the Plains Indians artistry, creativity and culture!  I believe you will be, too!

*Clicking on a photo will give you a closer look!

“Two elk teeth remain after everything else has crumbled to dust…and for that reason the elk tooth has become an emblem of long life.  When a child is born its parents desire long life for it and for this reason an elk tooth is given to a child.” -O’kute, Lakota Elk Dreamer, early 20th century.

Buffalo horn bonnet:

Painted hide:

To be continued.