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A Native Take on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving? It's Complicated.  So many Americans love the excuse to eat all of their favorite foods on Thanksgiving, but the day leaves a lot of ...

Remembering the Children Wool Blanket: A Boarding School History and Memorial

Over the past few years, an international spotlight has been put on the true scope of the horrors of these boarding schools as thousands of childre...

A Very Merry and Intentional Gift Guide

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and while it’s easy to fall prey to hyper-commercialized gifts, buy intentionally and support small and ...

A Very Native Halloween

Hello Autumn! At Eighth Generation, we are getting ready for our annual staff Halloween party and costume contest, putting the final touches on our...

How to Be Respectful of Indigenous Culture During Halloween

Halloween is right around the corner! And while we love spooky season as much as the next person, there are a lot of costumes out there that make u...

Trick or Treat our Website for Fun Prizes

It's spooky season! Celebrate Halloween fun with Eighth Generation by "trick or treat-ing" our website!  It's easy to Trick or Treat! Click aroun...

Indigenous Peoples' Day & How You Can Support Native Excellence Every Day

Support Indigenous Peoples’ Day by supporting Native people—even if you aren’t Native yourself. Over 100 US cities are celebrating Indigenous Peopl...

Recreate Respectfully: Do Good While Enjoying The Great Outdoors

It’s easy to support Native lands! You can have fun while you recreate respectfully, acknowledge Native voices and traditions, and find meaning in ...

The Symbolism behind Eighth Generation's Native-Designed Enamel Pins

Eighth Generation’s enamel pins are a great way to complete your look, spread good vibes, or Indigenize your wardrobe while celebrating traditional...

Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation: How to Make Sure You’re on the Right Side

Our world is wrought with social, ethical, and cultural pitfalls that can cause deep rifts in our communities. The sharp contrast between cultural ...

The Good Life: A Blanket for Food Rights, Traditional Ways, and Living a Good Life

Our Good Life Gold Label Throw Blanket shares this story of good life. On a lake of navy blue accented in shades of brighter blue and white, our Go...

How to Ethically Purchase Native American Jewelry

How to Ethically Purchase Native American Jewelry for Your Family  The community of skilled Native American artists across the country create vibra...