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Florida Seminole Tourism
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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Soap Up with Vegan and Organic Bathcare by Made By Justine O
February 4, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Welcome to the first installment of an ongoing Seminole Makers series! This week, meet Justine Osceola, owner of Made By Justine O. Soap up today with some of her Seminole handcrafted vegan and organic soaps, bath bombs, and more.
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A Digital Day Trip through the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum Virtual Tour
January 28, 2022 | By Deanna Butler
Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, Fla. (January 28, 2022) – Ah-Tha-Thi-Ki means “a place to learn, a place to remember." Tucked into the Big Cypress Reservation, the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum is so much more than just a destination. Come join us through this walk through of…
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