Red banner with artwork by Heather Johnston, titled, "Mask of the Ocean."

Indian Arts and Crafts Board

Report a ViolationA special message from Secretary Debra Haaland in support of Indian artists and authentic Indian art follows.

 
The Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB) promotes the economic development of federally recognized American Indians and Alaska Natives (Indians) through the expansion of the Indian arts and crafts market.
 
A woven Teec Nos Pos rug by Lavern Van Winkle, Navajo
A woven Teec Nos Pos rug by Lavern Van Winkle, Navajo

Resources for Indian Artists

The Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB) Commissioners and staff are deeply aware of the challenges facing Indian artists in the current economic climate, and we will be posting information about relevant assistance on this webpage as soon as it becomes available.
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Painting entitled "Statehood Indians" by Benjamin Harjo Jr., Seminole/Shawnee
Painting entitled "Statehood Indians," Benjamin Harjo Jr., Seminole/Shawnee

IACB Source Directory

Craftsmanship, Authenticity, Quality, Value. As part of its program to promote Native American art and craftwork, the IACB created a convenient Source Directory of some 400 Native American owned and operated businesses to assist customers with selecting authentic Indian art and craftwork from across the nation.
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Painting of two bison fighting.
Painting of two bison fighting.

Connections: Past Present, and Future, featuring Nathaniel Ruleaux to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum

The Sioux Indian Museum, administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Indian Arts and Crafts Board, announces the opening of a new exhibition, Connections: Past Present, and Future, showcasing the artwork of Nathaniel Ruleaux.
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Painting entitled "Comanche Eagle Feather Dancer" by Rance Hood, Comanche
Painting entitled "Comanche Eagle Feather Dancer" by Rance Hood, Comanche

Report A Potential Violation

While the beauty, quality, and collectability of authentic Indian arts and crafts make each piece a unique reflection of our American heritage, it is important that buyers be aware that fraudulent Indian arts and crafts compete daily with authentic Indian arts and crafts in the nationwide marketplace.
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The Indian Arts and Crafts Board logo: the IACB's name in the center surrounded by a beaded border.

Man who sold fake Native Art to Seattle customers sentenced to two years of probation and 200 hours of community service

Man who sold fake Native Art to Seattle customers sentenced to two years of probation and 200 hours of community service for violations of the Indian Arts and Crafts Act.
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Photograph of a landscape on lustre paper by Galen LaRoche.
Photograph of a landscape on lustre paper by Galen LaRoche.

Lakota Landscapes, featuring Galen LaRoche to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum

Lakota Landscapes, featuring Galen LaRoche to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum
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Washington Man Receives Monumental Sentence in Indian Arts and Crafts Act Case

Washington Man Receives Monumental Sentence in Indian Arts and Crafts Act Case
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A photograph of a doll in a red outfit by artist Gene Swallow.
A photograph of a doll in a red outfit by artist Gene Swallow.

Fiber Arts, featuring Gene Swallow to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum

Fiber Arts, featuring Gene Swallow to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum
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Press Release
Painting of two bison fighting.
Connections: Past Present, and Future, featuring Nathaniel Ruleaux to Open at the Sioux Indian Museum
Press Release
Photograph of silver and agate bracelets and other jewelry.
Sioux Indian Museum to Present Lecture, Plains Indian Silverwork
Blog Post
Department of the Interior bison seal set against green mountainous background.
Resources for Indian Artists