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Gift shops are an important source of revenue for cultural centers, museums and other Native-owned destinations. But expectations from the public put buying pressure on gift shops to offer tacky Native-themed items like plastic tomahawks, foreign-made dream catchers and T-shirts with stereotypical graphics. We take a look at Native stereotypes in tourist hotspots and discuss the best practices for profitable enterprises.
Guests:
Andrew Thomas (Navajo) – product specialist at Shumakolowa Native Arts at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Charlene Teters (Spokane) – academic dean at the Institute of American Indian Arts
Gail Chehak (Klamath) – outreach and membership coordinator for American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association
Break 1 Music: Nose Flute Dub (song) Paula Fuga (artist) Lilikoi (album)
Break 2 Music: Niizh Straight (song) Niizhoo Sullivan (artist) Rez Kid Rhythm (album)
KOA trees regenerate permitting harvesting of wood in hawaii (somewhat similar to cork harvesting in europe)
Hawaiian artisans make all kids of great items, including what might be classified as souvenir type items
anything similar renewable based options in the 48+alaska?
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keep up the great broadcasting
best wishes to the entire staff