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Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Photograph Collection

 Collection
Identifier: PICT-2023-004

Scope and Contents

The photographs in this collection document the activities of the inter-tribal ceremonial festival over the first several decades of its existence (1920s-1970s), including the parades, musical and dance performances, the rodeos; and depicts the various arts, crafts, and dress of the many participating Indigenous Peoples. The collection also shows an evolving portrait of the town of Gallup, New Mexico and Red Rock Park, as well as its everyday people and visitors - coming, going, and observing the festivities.

Dates

  • 1920s - 1970s
  • Majority of material found in 1953

Creator

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Access

University of New Mexico, University Libraries endorses the Protocols for Native American Archival Materials. Access to certain materials is subject to change as culturally appropriate protocols are established in consultation with Pueblo and tribal nations.

For more information see the Protocols for Native American Archival Materials.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of CSWR material is allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for compliance with all copyright, privacy, and libel laws. Permission is required for publications or distribution.

For more information see the Photographs and Images Research Guide and contact the Pictorial Archivist.

Biographical / Historical

The Gallup, New Mexico Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial is an annual festival held in and around Red Rock Park near Gallup, New Mexico since 1922.

Extent

306 items (1 box) : photographs, 38 real photo postcards, film negatives, 3 contact sheets, 1 transparency slide, ephemera

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Photographs from the Gallup Indian Ceremonial during the years 1920-1970.
Title
Finding Aid of the Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Photograph Collection
Status
In Progress
Author
CSWR staff
Date
© 2023
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451