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Catawba Drum
This is the last handmade drum we have in stock. This beautiful drum has wooden sides and leather heads. This drum also has an amazingly deep voice for its size.
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Handmade Talking Sticks
A respectful way to give each person the opportunity to speak, uninterrupted.
We pass the talking stick in the circle and listen ... Each is made to be unique. Fur, feathers, beads, leather, etc.
What is a talking stick? The talking stick, which can be used as a prayer stick, was used by the Native Americans to manage the conversation in formal and informal meetings. The leader of the meeting, say the Chief, would hold the stick and begin talking. The idea was that no one could talk, unless they held the stick. When he was finished with what he had to say it was passed to the next person, either to his right/left or by rank. That person could then speak as the others had to remain silent. Speakers generally didn't speak longer than necessary, for fear of upsetting the spirits in the stick. Sometimes members would bring their own talking sticks.
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Catawba Made Quiver. By Eric Canty
This Quiver and Arrows are made by Eric Canty.
Eric Canty was born August 20th 1955 at the York County Hospital in South Carolina. His parents are Alonzo George Canty and Virginia Margaret Moses Canty. Eric learned the tradition from Larry Brown and Troy Canty. He began making pottery in May of 2007 and is already showing great promise. He enjoys the heritage of pottery making, he also finds that it is relaxing. His signature pieces include flower vases, canoes, and bowls. He plans to continue the heritage by teaching his daughter and any other Catawbas interested in learning. Eric Canty also does beadwork, and makes quivers and bows.
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