Grand Canyon Native Artists Holiday Gift Guide, Part 1

by Amanda Podmore, Grand Canyon Director

Support Native American artists and artisans this holiday season with our holiday gift guide.


Want to shop local at the Grand Canyon this holiday season? Buy your holiday gifts directly from Native American artisans with deep connections to the Grand Canyon region.

In July 2023, with guidance from the Intertribal Centennial Conversations Group, the Grand Canyon Trust hosted a Native artists’ market in Tusayan, on the doorstep of Grand Canyon National Park, with over 30 Native artists with ties to the Grand Canyon setting up shop. After seeing their beautifully handmade and handcrafted artwork, we knew we couldn’t keep these artists to ourselves.

Get a head start on your holiday shopping with beautiful, handcrafted authentic, Native-American made arts. But hurry — these handmade pieces are one of a kind; get yours before they sell out.

Many of these artists sell their work at galleries, fairs, shows, and roadside stands, but you can arrange a sale online, through social media, or by email.

Milford Calamity – Milford Calamity Jewelry (Diné/Navajo) 

Ring by Milford Calamity

“I’m a self-taught Navajo silversmith who works with sterling silver, copper, gold, and turquoise as well as a variety of exotic stones. My jewelry is a fusion between contemporary and traditional techniques.” –Milford Calamity

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See more of Milford’s work on his website and Instagram, or get in touch by email.

Bree Chee – Hozhonii Dineh Jewelers & Beadwork LLC (Diné/Navajo)

Earrings by Bree Chee

“I am a strong, well-rounded Navajo woman full of love and energy. Hardworking, I put creative and positive thoughts into each piece I make.” –Bree Chee

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See more of Bree’s work on Facebook and Instagram, or get in touch by email.

Keith and Leanne Edaakie – Edaakie Arts (Pueblo of Zuni)

Mini skateboards by Keith and Leanne Edaakie. Photo by Raymond Chee

“We are a couple from the Zuni Pueblo. We create art depicting our Zuni history and culture, as well as telling our own personal stories. We work with acrylic paints, watercolor paints, pen and ink, as well as digital art and photography.” –Keith and Leanne Edaakie

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See more of Keith and Leanne’s work on Facebook or get in touch by email.

Gregory Hill – Hill Tops (Hopi/Quechan)

Whimsical hard-carved and hand-painted tops by Gregory Hill. Photo by Raymond Chee

“I’m a traditional toymaker who specializes in hand-carved wooden spinning tops. Our tops are functioning toys made from cottonwood root and painted with nontoxic watercolors. We make a variety of tops in the traditional Hopi style.” –Gregory Hill

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See more of Gregory’s work on Facebook and Instagram, or get in touch by email.

Sahana Jackson – Native Clay Co (Yavapai-Apache Nation)

Sahana's clay earrings are light and easy to wear.

“Dagot’ee! I am a Yavapai-Apache Nation enrolled Afro-Indigenous woman. My clay creations are inspired by my Native culture and reflect the beauty I see in life. I create each piece by hand in my home, and they are made with a lot of love and light. I am self-taught and have enjoyed putting Native and personal touches on my art over the years. Ahéhe’e (thank you) in advance for considering my little business for your holiday shopping.” –Ana Jackson

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See more of Sahana’s work on Facebook and Instagram, or get in touch by email.

Antone Honanie (Hopi) 

Pendant by Antone Honanie.

“I learned how to make Hopi overlay jewelry at the old Hopi guild. I learned cuttlebone and tufa casting so I incorporate those techniques into my work as well as setting stones. I also make old-style katsina dolls.” –Antone Honanie

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See more of Antone’s work on Facebook or get in touch by email.

Why supporting Native artists matters

Since the 100th anniversary of Grand Canyon National Park in 2019, the Intertribal Centennial Conversations Group has worked to center Native traditions, culture, and entrepreneurship at the park. One of the group’s goals is to increase opportunities for Native artists to sell their wares. Spaces for vendors to set up shop and connect with Grand Canyon visitors are few and far between, and very few Native artists are able to sell their work inside the national park. By supporting the Intertribal Centennial Conversations Group and Native entrepreneurship, we’re working to change that. Will you join us?

All of the artists featured here have strong connections to the Grand Canyon. Help support the Intertribal Centennial Conversations Group‘s vision by supporting these artists this holiday season.

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