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Vintage Seminole patchwork on display at the home of Patsy West, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Courtesy of Will O'Leary hide caption

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Seminole Patchwork: Admiration And Appropriation

February 18, 2017 • Native American symbols have long caught the eye of non-Native fashion designers. But when it comes to Seminole patchwork designs, where is the line between inspiration and appropriation?

Seminole Patchwork: Admiration And Appropriation

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South Florida's Seminole Cowboys: Cattle Is 'In Our DNA'

Chris Green, a tribal member, and his son get the dogs out early to round up a herd at Big Cypress Reservation. Carlton Ward Jr/National Geographic Creative hide caption

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South Florida's Seminole Cowboys: Cattle Is 'In Our DNA'

August 21, 2016 • Florida, with its lush grasslands, ranks 10th in the nation for its beef cattle herds — nearly 2 million head. And the Seminole Tribe of Florida is a major player in the cattle industry.

South Florida's Seminole Cowboys: Cattle Is 'In Our DNA'

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A Princess In Patchwork: Sewing For The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant

Princess Pageant crowns reflect the importance of patchwork, beadwork, and Seminole symbols. Will O'Leary hide caption

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A Princess In Patchwork: Sewing For The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant

December 26, 2015 • The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant features intricate outfits that combine traditional Seminole patchwork techniques with modern twists, like rayon and lace.

A Princess In Patchwork: Sewing For The Miss Florida Seminole Princess Pageant

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