Photograph
Sunrise Call
| Sam (Carley) Blowsnake performing at the Stand Rock Indian Ceremonial, the Sunrise Call of the Zuni. He is dressed in Native American ceremonial clothing with a full-length feather headdress. He is standing on a rock outcropping with his back to the Wisconsin River which is far below. He is raising his arms over his head. On the left is a sandstone rock formation that is lit with artificial light. During its 78-year run (1919 to 1997) the Stand Rock Indian Ceremonial provided viewers a small glimpse into the ceremonies and dances performed by the Winnebago, Sioux, Kiowa and southwestern Native American tribes. |
| Image ID: | 125859 |
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| Creation Date: | date unknown |
| Creator Name: | Reese, Oliver |
| City: | Wisconsin Dells |
| County: | Columbia |
| State: | Wisconsin |
| Collection Name: | H.H. Bennett Studio collection, 1843-1998 |
| Genre: | Photograph |
| Original Format Type: | transparency, color |
| Original Format Number: | PH 6062A BS 142C-3542A |
| Original Dimensions: | 4 x 5 inches |
| Ruth Bennett Dyer is also listed as a creator. This image is one of thousands owned by the Wisconsin Historical Society and created by H.H. Bennett. The collection contains various subjects including views of the Wisconsin River, Wisconsin Dells, Winnebago Indians, Steamboats, and Milwaukee. Upper Dells, Town of Lyndon, Juneau County. The performances took place at the Stand Rock Amphitheater. |
| This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society. |
| Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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