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How do I get registered with a native american tribe?

I am part Adai native american (Louisiana). There, apparently aren't many left. My grandmother said she can provide documentation that we are native american. How do I get registered?

The Adai hasn't been an independent tribe since the late 1700's. They moved west and joined the Caddo tribe and were completely absorbed. Their estimated population in 1700 was 400 members...

The remaining Adai are seeking to gain Federal recognition in order to become independent from the Caddo Tribe. Now about gaining membership in the tribe. I would normally post a website but the "official" website for the Adai Indian Nation doesn't work.... There is an Adai Indian Nation Cultural Center @ 4460 HWY 485, Robeline, LA 71469
Phone (318) 472-1007
There is a webpage for it at:

http://www.explorenatchitoches.com/attractions/adai-indian-nation-cultural-center/

You do not say what kind of documentation your grandmother has, but I would say that unless it proves one of your ancestors was indeed a member of the tribe, you would be hard pressed to gain membership.

But I wish you good luck..

"Yigaquu osaniyu adanvto adadoligi nigohilvi nasquv
utloyasdi nihi "

"MAY THE GREAT SPIRIT'S BLESSINGS BE WITH YOU"

Native American drums are probably the most recognizable Native American instruments among American Indians and non Native people alike. Drums for generations have been at the center of Native lifestyle, forming what has become the foundation of religion and spirituality as well as social gatherings where a pow wow drum is center stage.

Indian tribes in North America history have all used drums in various ways to connect with a higher power known to most as the Great Spirit. To Native people, Indian drums are much more than just decorations or interesting musical instruments. American Indian drums are believed to speak to the drummer. Native drums being made in a circle represent the earth and life. The most well know being hoop drums and shaman drums which are Indian hand drums used in many personal healing and religious ceremonies as well as public ceremonies such as a Native American powwow.

The hide of the animal that is stretched over the ring brings with it unique characteristics of the spirit of the animal and brings life to the drum when played. Many people think of pounding a drum to make a sound, but to Indian drummers and those involved in modern drumming groups and drum circles, the desire is to draw out the sound. The beating drum is compared to the beating of a human heart and is said to represent the heart beat of the earth which is a belief that is classic Native American. Drums in this way become the vehicle to connect one's spirit with that of the earth and the Great Spirit through out the history of Native Americans.

Native American Indian drums have a rich culture and because they are so important they are used in not only music but art and dance as well. Decorating a drum becomes a very personal task to the owner. The Indian drummer becomes an artist and communicates impressions of his inner feelings and beliefs in his Indian art. Some American Indian tribes use animals to decorate their drums and others use geometric patterns and everything in between. In some tribal cultures the drummer will place something of personal value inside the drum to permanently join himself with his hand drum.

The Native American designs that the artwork on the drums depict is often painted with natural earth colors taken from nature. Some are dull and others are bright coming from flowers, roots, berries, bark or herbs that are boiled to release their unique earth tones. Other Native American drums are adorned with iron oxide which is a naturally occurring red rock that can be easily crushed. When mixed with water, it produces a rich orange red dye that is much like paint and is indicative if the surrounding hillsides and rock formations like those of the beautiful Arizona red rock canyons. The region of Sedona is thought to be a special place with spiritual power like the energy created by American Indian drums.

Native American Education except for those Indian boarding schools that have tried to stamp out Native culture has always involved the sharing of beliefs through music, songs, stories and legends. It is in harmony with these forms of learning that the communication and cultural importance has been found in the use of drums. If you are interested in the spiritual aspects of life as pertain to Indian beliefs, you will enjoy owning and playing Native American drums.

About the Author:

Craig Chambers is an expert on Native drums and drumming. Extensive information on Native American hand drums is available at www.nativeamericandrums.net

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - Native American Drums And The History Of Native Americans

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