Traditional Dye Sources
The spectrum of the Plains. Discover the botanical sources of the vibrant reds, golds, and blacks of traditional artistry.
Colors of the Earth
The palette of the Plains came from the earth itself. This collection explores the botanical sources of traditional dyes, from the “Lost Blue” of the Toadflax (Comandra umbellata) to the deep reds of Sumac (Rhus glabra). cord history on hides and quills.
The Chemistry of Color
Explore the tannin-rich Walnut hulls and the vibrant Sumac berries featured in our Dyes of the Prairie research.