“The Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990”

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The Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-644) is a truth-in-advertising law that prohibits misrepresentation in marketing of American Indian or Alaska Native arts and crafts products within the United States. It is illegal to offer or display for sale, or sell any art or craft product in a manner that falsely suggests it is Indian produced, an Indian product, or the product of a particular Indian or Indian Tribe or Indian arts and crafts organization, resident within the United States.⬇️

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tibird For a first time violation of the Act, an individual can face civil or criminal penalties up to a $250,000 fine or a five-year prison term, or both. If business violates the Act, it can face civil penalties or can be prosecuted and fined up to $1,000,000.

Apr 19Reply

tibird The law covers all Indian and Indian-style traditional and contemporary arts and crafts produced after 1935. The Act broadly applies to the marketing of arts and crafts by any person in the United States. Some traditional items frequently copied by non-Indians include Indian-style jewelry, pottery, baskets, carved stone fetishes, woven rugs, kachina figures, and clothing.

Apr 19Reply

tibird The Indian Arts and Crafts Board, an agency established in 1934, has responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Act.

Apr 19Reply

blackie99 This is a great post 👍

Apr 24Reply

tibird @blackie99 Thank you:) I did it out of my deep respect for our Native Americans. Love you for taking the time to read this, Ti✨✨💫💛💖💖💖💖💖

Apr 25Reply

blackie99 Absolutely, I find it very disappointing when we don't spend time learning about other cultures. miss ya n hope your doing great my friend. XoXo

Apr 25Reply

tibird @blackie99 ✨✨💫💛💖💖💖

Apr 27Reply

tibird @macystreasures Thank you Deborah:) I happened upon this information awhile ago when I was doing research on my turquoise jewelry. I wanted to be sure what pieces I listed were accurately described. Even though I know they are genuine American Indian, I have had them for 30-40 years with no recollection of what Tribe, etc. I appreciate your taking the time to read the information!!! Ti✨✨💫💛💖💛

May 20Reply

tibird @macystreasures .....and share!!!!

May 20Reply

tibird @macystreasures Exactly right:) ✨✨💫💛

May 21Reply

rockcandy4u I have lots of things passed down from grandparents. I have my gr, gr, gr grandfathers talking stick! Wedding beads..broken strings through age, lots of smaller items that will eventually go to a museum. I just love having it around me...it calms me. I would never sell these things because it would be a slap in the face to my family.

Jul 27Reply

rockcandy4u I just recently met a sweet Lakota Sioux who I talked with for some time. I encouraged him to clear White Negativity by going to local Shaman to Sweat. He was so surprised that I nailed his symptoms that he called his mom in Iowa who agreed. I gave him Sage to take home to clear his living space and things and lavender to invite good spirits back. Though I'm half white I hold on.

Jul 27Reply

tibird @dawn2u777 Funny how we connect to users who share are passionate about the same things.... I so want to hear more about your heritage. From the time I was in my late teens I learned of the plight of our Native Americans. My love and respect will always hold a very special place in my soul. Will you share your knowledge me as well? Ti✨✨💫💛💛💛💛

Jul 27Reply

rockcandy4u @tibird My Mom is Apache, direct great great Granddaughter of Geronimo. My Dad is British. My Grandfather was chased by Posse thru Arizona to Mexico.. He took a white man's name from a Burlap Sack "Leighton"...renamed himself Harry. He was not allowed back on the res and was encouraged to stay away to keep whites away searching for him. Never saw his Mom again. But his 2nd cousun was Shaman who made regular visits to N.Calif to visit. Running Sun. He was a great story teller.

Aug 01Reply

tibird @dawn2u777 Now I am fascinated with your family history.... My husband is part Cherokee, we both had a wonderful American Indian book collection when we met. And I was able to add to our collection 10 years ago through a friend who owns a vintage book store. Thank you so much Dawn and when ever you can please share more. Ti✨✨💫💛

Aug 01Reply

jflittlequail @tibird @ hi, I had no idea this law existed. I have Cherokee ancestry. My Grandpa was born near Ft Smith, Arkansas after his grandmother’s family were forced to move there from the Cherokee tribal lands in Eastern Tennessee. My Grandpa was a very strong man with great dignity and respect for all people. The KKK burnt the cross on his property for defending blacks who worked in the Lumber mill where he was a manager. Just like to tell the story

Aug 10Reply

tibird @jflittlequail I love your story, please share more. I came across this information as I was researching for some of my turquoise rings I wanted to list. After 30 years, I couldn’t remember where I purchased them or their origin. After reading this I realized I couldn’t list them as Native American, although I knew I only purchased Native American pieces. I have had a deep love and respect for our Native Americans since my late teens. Thank you so much, Ti✨✨💫💛💛💛

Aug 13Reply

fabloot Thank you for sharing!

Sep 14Reply

fabloot Leni Lenape. Sadly, I don't have much information or the knowledge of how to research. My maternal Grandmother is a direct descendant. Any words of wisdom are appreciated! I am the eldest member of my small family. Everyone before me has passed. So, there is no one left to ask.

Sep 14Reply

tibird @fabloot My pleasure 😇 Ti✨✨💫💛

Sep 16Reply

tibird @fabloot I do not know right off in what direction to point you in. I would think there is information somewhere to help you out and I hope you find the answers. Your heritage is unique. Ti✨✨💫💛

Sep 16Reply

tibird @fabloot Our government relocated this tribe (the original people) to Oklahoma. Some still live in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Ti✨✨💫💛

Sep 16Reply

fabloot @tibird That I have heard. I have to take the time to trace my maternal GreatGrandmother. Rahway historical committee should have something. .... Thank you!

Sep 16Reply

tibird @fabloot Please let me know what you find out;) Ti✨✨💫💛💫💛

Sep 17Reply

fabloot @tibird I will!

Sep 17Reply

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Sep 22Reply

kimareman Great post on Native American art and artifacts. Thank you for posting. Your turquoise jewelry caught my eye...its beautiful

Sep 24Reply

rockit590 I have been thinking about you, Birdie! Hugs to you, and happy poshing!

Oct 29Reply

tibird @kimareman Thanks Kim! I became in awe of our Native American heritage since my late teens. Prior to listing some of my turquoise jewelry, I came across this information. Even though I know my pieces are genuine, I will not list them as such with out accurate information. Thanks again, Ti✨✨💫💛💛💛

Nov 03Reply

tibird @rockit590 Thank you my Rockit!!! 🚀 Love ya, your Birdie ✨✨💫💛💛💛💛💛💖

Nov 03Reply

rockit590 @tibird I hope all that is going on are good things, Birdie dear. Sending you a big hug!

Nov 03Reply

happydaysahead Hello My Dear, I have some Zuni childrens bracelets that I put up on my site. In respect for the Tribal Law, can you check my site, and tell me if It is okay to share. If not I will take it down.

Dec 15Reply

tibird @happydaysahead Zel, I believe I replied to your message via your closet:) Just want to be sure you received it! xxxo Ti✨✨💫💛

Jan 10Reply

happydaysahead @dawn2u777 As With me, at some point in our Lives we hold on to the history our ancestors offer to us, and very thankful to the Grmas and Grandfathers. I love your comment🦚🦚🦚🦚🦚🦚🏅🦚🦚🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵🌵🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

Jan 10Reply

happydaysahead @dawn2u777 These. stories will go on for always, and you inherited the Story telling. Blessings

Jan 10Reply

happydaysahead @tibird tiburd, I received your info a few weeks ago, thank you for sharing and opening up this path for information,honor to the tribes and nations and sharing 🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🤗🤗🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

Jan 10Reply

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Feb 17Reply

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May 11Reply

yayalisa67 @tibird hope you are well, love 💕💕💕💕💕

May 11Reply

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Jun 21Reply

tibird My sister and I were talking about the relocation of tribes from the east coast. Did you ever find out more information?

Sep 25Reply

tibird @rockcandy4u Did you ever hear back?