Moccasins

Description:	Moccasins are one type of traditional Native American footwear. Different types of moccasins were made for different climates and uses. Soft-sole moccasins were typically worn in Woodlands regions of the eastern United States where the ground was cushioned with leaves and pine needles. Hard-sole moccasins, made with stiff rawhide soles, were worn in the Plains area where people regularly trod across ground covered with sharp cactus needles and prairie grass. In cold weather, moccasins were made of warmer materials. The Lakota of the Plains region made winter moccasins from buffalo hide with the buffalo’s hair left on the inside for extra warmth. Though made in 1972, these moccasins were created to reflect the historical period of 1803-1805. The Oglala Lakota artist used traditional methods and styles to create them.
Source:	http://www.digitalindy.org/cdm/ref/collection/tcm/id/343
Collection:	The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Rights:	https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/;
Copyright:	Creative Commons (CC By-SA 3.0);
Subjects:	Indians of North America Indians of North America -- Clothing Clothing and dress Oglala Indians Oglala Indians -- Social life and customs Footwear Moccasins Shoes

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