To order images and/or obtain permission to use them commercially, please contact the KSHS Reference Desk at KSHS.reference@ks.gov or 785-272-8681, ext. 117.
For more information see the Copyright and Permission FAQ.
This photograph shows a group of "Indian Maids" from the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company's inter-tribal band. The women are wearing Native American apparel including jewelry. The band was organized in 1923 when three Native American musicians performed during a company picnic at the Santa Fe shops in Winslow, Arizona. The group became know as the "Santa Fe All Indian Band." Members consisted primarily of employees of the Santa Fe Railroad and representatives from as many as twelve Native American tribes. The band performed at a number of functions across the country including President Dwight Eisenhower's inaugural parade. In 1964, the band disbanded due to the lack of members.
Creator: Bradley, R. Collins
Date: Between 1950s and 1960s
Item Number: 226469
Call Number: ATSF Series 2, #456.06-7658
KSHS Identifier: DaRT ID: 226469
Business and Industry - Railroad - Companies - Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
Business and Industry - Railroad - Employees
Collections - Photograph - Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
Community Life - Arts and Entertainment - Music - Musical groups - Bands
Community Life - Arts and Entertainment - Music - Musical instruments
Date - 1950s
Date - 1960s
Objects and Artifacts - Communication Artifacts - Documentary Artifact - Photograph
People - American Indians
People - Women
Transportation - Railroads - Companies - Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
Transportation - Railroads - Employees
Type of Material - Photographs
http://www.kansasmemory.org/item/226469