Arts & Crafts

Indian Summer Festival is proud to feature the finest collection of Native American arts and crafts — everything from beadwork, to pottery, to basketweaving, wood carving and more.

This native arts and crafts venue at Indian Summer Festival serves as a hub for regional American Indian artists and Wisconsin tribal artisans, as well as a few Non-Native artists, who share the inspirational beauty of this amazing culture.

Browse through a vast selection of original and authentic fine art, handcrafted jewelry, Native American books, traditional clothing, intricate beadwork, painted hides, animal pelts, handmade dolls, ceremonial drums, and pow-wow regalia — to name a few. Most items are one-of-a-kind originals that are hand-crafted with great pride and personal care.

Wisconsin Tribal artisans are also on-hand to demonstrate their unique crafts or perform what has been handed down to them, thus preserving and sharing their cultural teachings for all to enjoy.

Watch demonstrations of Corn Husk Dolls being made!
Video demo 1 - Corn Husk Doll

Video demo 2 - Corn Husk Doll

Video demo 3 - Corn Husk Doll

Music and culture are intertwined. Watch a young boy sing and drum along with the adults or see a Hoop Dance performed by Thirza Defoe:

Drum Group demo

 

See a demonstration of intricate beadwork / sewing:
Sewing demo 1