“For thousands of years before their lands were divided by two imperial powers, Native people moved freely throughout this area, linked by cultural, social, and economic ties.”
Wilken’s article about native Californians is very interesting and informative. I find fascinating the fact that the natives of the area are still producing beautiful art objects; objects that they use in their everyday life. These artisans are doing something very important in their tribes and communities. They are passing on their knowledge to a new generation.
In today’s society there are so many things that change every day and things evolve. People seem to change as time goes and certain practices in culture get lost. Wilken talks about how elder members of the tribes take their time and are patient to teach younger individuals about cooking, healing, language, music, dance, and gaming. Taking the time and effort to teach others is not easy nowadays and it is very admirable what these people are doing.
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