A non-stereotypical thanksgiving celebration - Arts Update - Brief Article

Most of us realize that the mainstream Thanksgiving celebration can often be rife with stereotypes. The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art offers some suggestions for having a Thanksgiving that doesn't reinforce stereotypes, including: (1) Do not dress children in feathered headdresses and call them "Indians"; (2) Teach children that harvest celebrations and times of thanksgiving have gone on for thousands of years; (3) Talk with students about food they enjoy at special times, and the traditions of family recipes; and (4) Encourage students to share the history of their family and early ancestors.

To receive the full suggestions that are only briefly described above, please e-mall Cindy Dashnaw at cdashnaw@eiteljorg.com.

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