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The Governor’s Palace
3:07
The Governor’s Palace
Why this magnificent structure is built at an angle to the rest of the city.
Mound 72
2:29
Mound 72
Archaeologists investigate Cahokian human sacrifice.
Corn is King
2:40
Corn is King
A look at traditional Native American crops and agricultural practices.
Extended Interview: David Carrasco on Shared Beliefs
4:24
Extended Interview: David Carrasco on Shared Beliefs
Illuminating the similarities of the religious beliefs shared across the Americas.
Extended Interview: Evidence of the Comanche
2:15
Extended Interview: Evidence of the Comanche
With help, the archaeologist finds evidence of the illusive Comanche.
Aztec Resistance
2:06
Aztec Resistance
Resistance begun by Aztec builders continues through today.
Maya Blue
1:08
Maya Blue
How the Aztecs used color to represent the aftermath of colonialism.
Extended Interview: Ian Thompson on Ancient Earthen Mounds
3:35
Extended Interview: Ian Thompson on Ancient Earthen Mounds
The Choctaw scholar reflects on the ancient tradition of earthen mounds and mound culture.
Inca Huacas
2:32
Inca Huacas
The historical and contemporary spiritual importance of Incan Huacas.
Lidar Mapping
2:23
Lidar Mapping
Cahokia researchers uses new LiDAR technology to map the layout of this ancient city.
Extended Interview: Beau Dick on the Family of Mankind
2:10
Extended Interview: Beau Dick on the Family of Mankind
Beau Dick, the late great Kwakwaka’wakw chief and artist reflects on the power of family.
Traditional Wampum Belts
2:47
Traditional Wampum Belts
Marcus Hendricks continues the tradition of making Wampum beads by hand.
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