Presenter: Ian Thompson, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Join us for the first session in our webinar series exploring the cultural significance of river cane. This presentation will introduce a unique collection of 18th-century Native American arrows housed at the Musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac in Paris, France. Made primarily from river cane and crafted by diverse Tribal arrow-makers, these arrows offer insight into early design traditions and cultural practices. The session will highlight what this historic collection can teach us today, especially in support of cultural revitalization and traditional craftsmanship in Tribal communities.