





Historically, games were an integral part of traditional Native
culture. Some games were restricted to men, others to women, but
a few were open to both men and women. The outdoor activities in
which men engaged included running, wrestling, archery, hoop and
stick, and lacrosse (eastern groups). Ball games such as "shinny"
(a form of hockey) were mainly women's pastimes. For indoor
amusement, games of chance, juggling, "cat's cradle" and the
"ring and pin" game were popular among young and old. Toys were
known from ancient times and served not only as amusement, but
also as learning aids. Miniature tools, weapons and watercraft
were used in role playing and to instruct in their construction.
(IC)
Dolls and Accesories
Gambling and Dice
Games
Ring and Pin Games
Tops
Clubs and Javelins
Puzzles
Racket Games and
Balls
Archery
Miscellaneous
Dolls and Accesories
Gambling and Dice Games
Ring and Pin Games
Tops
Clubs and Javelins
Puzzles
Racket Games and Balls
Archery
Miscellaneous

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