The stereotypical image of the American Indian is of an imposing native man wearing a feathered headdress or warbonnet. This is how all Native Americans have long been depicted in movies, television, and non-native artworks, and the idea that all, or even most, American Indians wore these warbonnets, is inaccurate.

Contrary to popular belief, the full-feathered warbonnet headdress was not worn at all by most tribes, though it was authentic to a few. There are several types of headgear that were traditionally worn by numerous tribal nations. Continue reading →