Miss (Indian) America Pageant and All-American Indian Days: A Historical Snapshot, 1967-06-01

Item — Box: 283, Folder: 8

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0013

Scope and Contents

The document discusses the All American Indian Days event held in Sheridan, Wyoming, and the Miss (Indian) America pageant. It highlights Wahleah Lujan, the 20-year-old full-blood Taos Pueblo Indian who was Miss Indian America XIII. Lujan is described as a talented artist and advocate for Native American people, traveling extensively to educate others about their culture. The pageant was started to promote better relations between Native Americans and the surrounding community, with contestants required to have knowledge of their culture and a dedication to their advancement.

Dates

Creation: 1967-06-01

Creator

From the Collection: Harris, Fred R., 32nd Chair of the Democratic National Committee (1969-1970); United States Senator from Oklahoma (1964-1973), 1930- (Person)

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