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Native Americans of Colorado

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This list includes resources about Native American history and culture in Colorado, Douglas County, and the Southwest more broadly. It also examines sociopolitical narratives about the relationships between 19th century settlers and Native peoples. It includes primary source material and repositories, as well as monographs on the cultural and political histories of Natives in Colorado. This list primarily focuses on the Ute, Arapaho, and Cheyenne due to their ties to Douglas County. Reference and archival items may not be checked out. They can be accessed during normal business hours at the Castle Rock - Philip S. Miller library.

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24 items

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Nation to Nation

Nation to Nation

Treaties Between the United States & American Indian Nations

Book - 2014

This title makes sense of complex treaty negotiations between the federal government and Indigenous Nations. Not limited to historical narratives, the imp...Show more This title makes sense of complex treaty negotiations between the federal government and Indigenous Nations. Not limited to historical narratives, the implications of treaties on today's political scene are discussed as well. Many treaties remain legally binding, active documents that continue to shape the relationship between Natives and the U.S. government. Show less

This title makes sense of complex treaty negotiations between the federal government and Indigenous Nations. Not limited to historical narratives, the imp...Show more This title makes sense of complex treaty negotiations between the federal government and Indigenous Nations. Not limited to historical narratives, the implications of treaties on today's political scene are discussed as well. Many treaties remain legally binding, active documents that continue to shape the relationship between Natives and the U.S. government. Show less

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Southern Ute Tribe website

https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/history/

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The Southern Ute Reservation is located in Southwestern Colorado, near Durango. The Southern Ute Reservation is located in Southwestern Colorado, near Durango. Show less

Ute Mountain Ute Tribe website

http://www.utemountainutetribe.com/

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The Ute Mountain Ute Reservation is located in Southwestern Colorado, near Mesa Verde National Park. The Ute Mountain Ute Reservation is located in Southwestern Colorado, near Mesa Verde National Park. Show less

Ute Indian Tribe website (Uintah and Ouray Reservation)

http://www.utetribe.com/

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The Uintah and Ouray Reservation is located in northeastern Utah. The Uintah and Ouray Reservation is located in northeastern Utah. Show less

Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes website

https://cheyenneandarapaho-nsn.gov/

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The Cheyenne-Arapaho Oklahoma Tribal Statistical Area is located in western Oklahoma, east of the Panhandle. The Cheyenne-Arapaho Oklahoma Tribal Statistical Area is located in western Oklahoma, east of the Panhandle. Show less

Douglas County Clippings Notebook : Native Americans : Sand Creek Massacre

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This reference binder compiles newspaper clippings about Natives in Douglas County and Colorado, mostly regarding Native-settler relationships. It also in...Show more This reference binder compiles newspaper clippings about Natives in Douglas County and Colorado, mostly regarding Native-settler relationships. It also includes significant primary source material on the Sand Creek Massacre. Most items date to the late 19th century, but modern articles are also present. Show less

This reference binder compiles newspaper clippings about Natives in Douglas County and Colorado, mostly regarding Native-settler relationships. It also in...Show more This reference binder compiles newspaper clippings about Natives in Douglas County and Colorado, mostly regarding Native-settler relationships. It also includes significant primary source material on the Sand Creek Massacre. Most items date to the late 19th century, but modern articles are also present. Show less

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2020.20, Denver's Native American Voices audio interviews

https://5008.sydneyplus.com/HistoryColorado_ArgusNet_Final/Portal/portal.aspx?lang=en-US&p_AAEZ=tab2

Web Resource

[Summarized from History Colorado] Tapes beginning with the Object ID "2020.20" include interviews, news, a pledge drive, readings, and storytel...Show more [Summarized from History Colorado] Tapes beginning with the Object ID "2020.20" include interviews, news, a pledge drive, readings, and storytelling for a public radio program on KUVO-FM produced by and featuring Native American voices in the Denver area. The donor, Susanne Aikman, was host and producer. alter.Native Voices first aired on January 2, 1992, and was a charter program on the first all-American Indian radio network, American Indian Radio on satellite. It was syndicated for 10 years on 54 stations. Show less

Colorado's Urban Indian Experience project

https://www.historycolorado.org/colorados-urban-indian-experience

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[Summarized from History Colorado] In an effort to document and preserve the histories around relocation and resilience, Colorado's Urban Indian Experienc...Show more [Summarized from History Colorado] In an effort to document and preserve the histories around relocation and resilience, Colorado's Urban Indian Experience project is a collaborative endeavor between History Colorado and Indigenous communities where the communities will guide what they share. The primary goals include meeting with Indigenous peoples throughout urban areas of Colorado. The archive—including oral histories, photographs, and other items—will be available to anyone interested in Colorado’s Urban Indian communities. Show less

Native American Manuscript Collections, University of Oklahoma

https://digital.libraries.ou.edu/whc/nam/

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The Western History Collections has more than 200 manuscript collections about Native Americans. Most of these collections date from the 19th and 20th cen...Show more The Western History Collections has more than 200 manuscript collections about Native Americans. Most of these collections date from the 19th and 20th centuries, although some include earlier materials as well. The collections focus on Indian history in Oklahoma, Indian Territory, and the southwestern United States. Show less

Chipeta

Chipeta

Queen of the Utes, A Biography

by Becker, Cynthia S.

Book - 2003

Chipeta was a Ute leader who advocated for peace during a time of tension between white settlers and Indigenous peoples in the American West. This biograp...Show more Chipeta was a Ute leader who advocated for peace during a time of tension between white settlers and Indigenous peoples in the American West. This biography gives an account of her experiences as well as the broader context of settler-indigenous relations. Show less

Chipeta was a Ute leader who advocated for peace during a time of tension between white settlers and Indigenous peoples in the American West. This biograp...Show more Chipeta was a Ute leader who advocated for peace during a time of tension between white settlers and Indigenous peoples in the American West. This biography gives an account of her experiences as well as the broader context of settler-indigenous relations. Show less

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A Misplaced Massacre

A Misplaced Massacre

Struggling Over the Memory of Sand Creek

by Kelman, Ari

Book - 2013

"A Misplaced Massacre" not only tells the story of the Sand Creek Massacre, but also the story of its aftermath, including the trauma of survivo...Show more "A Misplaced Massacre" not only tells the story of the Sand Creek Massacre, but also the story of its aftermath, including the trauma of survivors, the event's changing historical narratives, and the complicated and ongoing process of reconciliation. A great book for understanding how the events of history actively affect the present. Show less

"A Misplaced Massacre" not only tells the story of the Sand Creek Massacre, but also the story of its aftermath, including the trauma of survivo...Show more "A Misplaced Massacre" not only tells the story of the Sand Creek Massacre, but also the story of its aftermath, including the trauma of survivors, the event's changing historical narratives, and the complicated and ongoing process of reconciliation. A great book for understanding how the events of history actively affect the present. Show less

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Violent Encounters

Violent Encounters

Interviews on Western Massacres

by Lawrence, Deborah

Book - 2011

Violence in the nineteenth century American West was not as simple as depicted in dime novels and movie Westerns. In this work, scholars and experts on vi...Show more Violence in the nineteenth century American West was not as simple as depicted in dime novels and movie Westerns. In this work, scholars and experts on violence in the West use approaches including both traditional views of western expansion and politically correct ideologies. Specific events are covered as well as broader themes such as violence in early California; hostilities between the frontier army and the Sioux, including the Santee Revolt and Wounded Knee; and violence between European Americans and Great Basin tribes, such as the Bear River Massacre. Show less

Violence in the nineteenth century American West was not as simple as depicted in dime novels and movie Westerns. In this work, scholars and experts on vi...Show more Violence in the nineteenth century American West was not as simple as depicted in dime novels and movie Westerns. In this work, scholars and experts on violence in the West use approaches including both traditional views of western expansion and politically correct ideologies. Specific events are covered as well as broader themes such as violence in early California; hostilities between the frontier army and the Sioux, including the Santee Revolt and Wounded Knee; and violence between European Americans and Great Basin tribes, such as the Bear River Massacre. Show less

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Indigenous Peoples and Archival Silence - Archives & Local History blog

https://dclblog.org/archives/indigenous-peoples-archival-silence/

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Why are primary sources from Indigenous peoples few and far between in Douglas County Libraries' Archives & Local History collections? What can Archiv...Show more Why are primary sources from Indigenous peoples few and far between in Douglas County Libraries' Archives & Local History collections? What can Archives & Local History do to represent a broader sense of history? This blog by ALH staff examines the concept of "archival silence" and explains attempts to balance its collections to represent a broader group of voices. Show less

Ute Indian Arts & Culture

Ute Indian Arts & Culture

From Prehistory to the New Millennium

Book - 2000

This book was created to augment an exhibition at the Taylor Museum, which is part of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. It discusses the art and culture of Utes using an array of sources. This book was created to augment an exhibition at the Taylor Museum, which is part of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. It discusses the art and culture of Utes using an array of sources. Show less

This book was created to augment an exhibition at the Taylor Museum, which is part of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. It discusses the art and culture of Utes using an array of sources. This book was created to augment an exhibition at the Taylor Museum, which is part of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. It discusses the art and culture of Utes using an array of sources. Show less

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Halfbreed

Halfbreed

The Remarkable True Story of George Bent : Caught Between the Worlds of the Indian and the White Man

by Halaas, David Fridtjof

Book - 2004

George Bent, born to a white trader and a Cheyenne woman, spent his life navigating two cultures. He served in the Confederate Army, survived the Sand Cre...Show more George Bent, born to a white trader and a Cheyenne woman, spent his life navigating two cultures. He served in the Confederate Army, survived the Sand Creek Massacre, joined the Cheyenne Dog Soldiers warrior society, and worked as an interpreter and historian. His life parallels some of the most impactful historical events of his time. Show less

George Bent, born to a white trader and a Cheyenne woman, spent his life navigating two cultures. He served in the Confederate Army, survived the Sand Cre...Show more George Bent, born to a white trader and a Cheyenne woman, spent his life navigating two cultures. He served in the Confederate Army, survived the Sand Creek Massacre, joined the Cheyenne Dog Soldiers warrior society, and worked as an interpreter and historian. His life parallels some of the most impactful historical events of his time. Show less

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Cheyenne War

Cheyenne War

Indian Raids on the Roads to Denver 1864-1869

by Broome, Jeff

Book - 2013

Broome's book contains applications by white settlers to the Indian depredation claims system, which intended to maintain peace between settlers and indig...Show more Broome's book contains applications by white settlers to the Indian depredation claims system, which intended to maintain peace between settlers and indigenous peoples by compensating each party for violence or theft by the other. The system was largely imbalanced in favor of white settlers, and was often abused. Nonetheless, Broome's work compiles important firsthand accounts regarding settler-Indigenous relations in Colorado's early days, especially from the perspective of settlers. Show less

Broome's book contains applications by white settlers to the Indian depredation claims system, which intended to maintain peace between settlers and indig...Show more Broome's book contains applications by white settlers to the Indian depredation claims system, which intended to maintain peace between settlers and indigenous peoples by compensating each party for violence or theft by the other. The system was largely imbalanced in favor of white settlers, and was often abused. Nonetheless, Broome's work compiles important firsthand accounts regarding settler-Indigenous relations in Colorado's early days, especially from the perspective of settlers. Show less

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Tell Me, Grandmother

Tell Me, Grandmother

Traditions, Stories, and Cultures of Arapaho People

by Sutter, Virginia J.

Book - 2004

This autobiography of Virginia Sutter, Ph.D. and member of the Northern Arapaho Indian Nation is also a biography of Sutter's grandmother, Goes-in-Lodge. ...Show more This autobiography of Virginia Sutter, Ph.D. and member of the Northern Arapaho Indian Nation is also a biography of Sutter's grandmother, Goes-in-Lodge. The narration takes the form of conversations between Sutter and her grandmother and references traditions, stories, and history. Show less

This autobiography of Virginia Sutter, Ph.D. and member of the Northern Arapaho Indian Nation is also a biography of Sutter's grandmother, Goes-in-Lodge. ...Show more This autobiography of Virginia Sutter, Ph.D. and member of the Northern Arapaho Indian Nation is also a biography of Sutter's grandmother, Goes-in-Lodge. The narration takes the form of conversations between Sutter and her grandmother and references traditions, stories, and history. Show less

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Mochi's War

Mochi's War

The Tragedy of Sand Creek

by Enss, Chris

Unknown - 2015

"Mochi's War" is both a history of the massacre at Sand Creek and a biography of Mochi, a Cheyenne survivor of the Sand Creek Massacre and later...Show more "Mochi's War" is both a history of the massacre at Sand Creek and a biography of Mochi, a Cheyenne survivor of the Sand Creek Massacre and later a famed warrior woman. Enss attempts to humanize the events of the Sand Creek Massacre and Mochi's resistance by writing from her perspective, touching on themes of betrayal, dehumanization, loss, and vengeance. Show less

"Mochi's War" is both a history of the massacre at Sand Creek and a biography of Mochi, a Cheyenne survivor of the Sand Creek Massacre and later...Show more "Mochi's War" is both a history of the massacre at Sand Creek and a biography of Mochi, a Cheyenne survivor of the Sand Creek Massacre and later a famed warrior woman. Enss attempts to humanize the events of the Sand Creek Massacre and Mochi's resistance by writing from her perspective, touching on themes of betrayal, dehumanization, loss, and vengeance. Show less

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Dog Soldiers

The Famous Warrior Society of the Cheyenne Indians

by Dines, Glen

Book - 1961

The Dog Soldiers were a well-respected Cheyenne military society that actively resisted white expansion into the American West by any means necessary. This book details their history, traditions, and practices. The Dog Soldiers were a well-respected Cheyenne military society that actively resisted white expansion into the American West by any means necessary. This book details their history, traditions, and practices. Show less

The Dog Soldiers were a well-respected Cheyenne military society that actively resisted white expansion into the American West by any means necessary. This book details their history, traditions, and practices. The Dog Soldiers were a well-respected Cheyenne military society that actively resisted white expansion into the American West by any means necessary. This book details their history, traditions, and practices. Show less

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Utes, the Mountain People

Utes, the Mountain People

by Pettit, Jan

Unknown - 1990

A comprehensive account of Ute culture and history, including archaeological findings, historical sources, and modern practices. A comprehensive account of Ute culture and history, including archaeological findings, historical sources, and modern practices. Show less

A comprehensive account of Ute culture and history, including archaeological findings, historical sources, and modern practices. A comprehensive account of Ute culture and history, including archaeological findings, historical sources, and modern practices. Show less

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The Arapaho

The Arapaho

by Kroeber, A. L.

Book - 1983

Alfred Louis Kroeber wrote this book over a century ago after spending time with both the Northern and Southern Arapaho, drawing on firsthand accounts fro...Show more Alfred Louis Kroeber wrote this book over a century ago after spending time with both the Northern and Southern Arapaho, drawing on firsthand accounts from tribal members of all ages and social backgrounds. It became a celebrated example of anthropological work in North America. Show less

Alfred Louis Kroeber wrote this book over a century ago after spending time with both the Northern and Southern Arapaho, drawing on firsthand accounts fro...Show more Alfred Louis Kroeber wrote this book over a century ago after spending time with both the Northern and Southern Arapaho, drawing on firsthand accounts from tribal members of all ages and social backgrounds. It became a celebrated example of anthropological work in North America. Show less

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Ute Tales

Ute Tales

Book - 1992

A compilation of more than 100 traditional Ute stories. A compilation of more than 100 traditional Ute stories. Show less

A compilation of more than 100 traditional Ute stories. A compilation of more than 100 traditional Ute stories. Show less

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Witchcraft in the Southwest

Witchcraft in the Southwest

Spanish and Indian Supernaturalism on the Rio Grande

by Simmons, Marc

Book - 1974

This book takes a careful and scholarly look at the concept of "witchcraft" in Southwestern Indigenous and Spanish colonial cultures. A great re...Show more This book takes a careful and scholarly look at the concept of "witchcraft" in Southwestern Indigenous and Spanish colonial cultures. A great resource for understanding the meaning of and motivation for supernatural beliefs and practices in Southwestern Indigenous cultures. Show less

This book takes a careful and scholarly look at the concept of "witchcraft" in Southwestern Indigenous and Spanish colonial cultures. A great re...Show more This book takes a careful and scholarly look at the concept of "witchcraft" in Southwestern Indigenous and Spanish colonial cultures. A great resource for understanding the meaning of and motivation for supernatural beliefs and practices in Southwestern Indigenous cultures. Show less

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Brothers of the Buffalo

Brothers of the Buffalo

A Novel of the Red River War

by Bruchac, Joseph

Unknown - 2016

In 1974, Cheyennes resisted U.S. Army troops sent to force them onto reservations in what became known as the Red River War, some of which took place on t...Show more In 1974, Cheyennes resisted U.S. Army troops sent to force them onto reservations in what became known as the Red River War, some of which took place on the eastern plains of Colorado. This young adult historical fiction book follows the story of an African American Buffalo Soldier and a Cheyenne warrior who are forced to oppose one another, yet find themselves developing a bond. Show less

In 1974, Cheyennes resisted U.S. Army troops sent to force them onto reservations in what became known as the Red River War, some of which took place on t...Show more In 1974, Cheyennes resisted U.S. Army troops sent to force them onto reservations in what became known as the Red River War, some of which took place on the eastern plains of Colorado. This young adult historical fiction book follows the story of an African American Buffalo Soldier and a Cheyenne warrior who are forced to oppose one another, yet find themselves developing a bond. Show less

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