Multimedia

Publications & Media

A selection of books, films, and multimedia projects produced by the Museum of the Southeast American Indian

Books

Robeson Trails Archaeological Survey (1988)
By Stanley Knick, Ph.D.
A detailed archaeological reconnaissance of Robeson County conducted between 1987鈥�1988. This foundational survey documented previously unrecorded sites and helped lay the groundwork for future regional research.

Along the Trail: A Reader About Native Americans (1992)
By Stanley Knick, Ph.D.
Adapted from the popular 鈥淎long the Robeson Trail鈥� newspaper column, this reader offers accessible insights into Native American history, with glossaries, discussion questions, and reading lists for classrooms and the general public.

Robeson Crossroads Archaeological Survey (1993)
By Stanley Knick, Ph.D.
Phase II of archaeological work in Robeson County, involving testing at fifteen sites for potential inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Lumbee in Context: Toward an Understanding (2000)
By Stanley Knick, Ph.D.
This collection of essays reexamines Lumbee history through archaeological evidence and cultural context, challenging long-held assumptions and offering a broader historical view.

Fine in the World: Lumbee Language in Time and Place (2002)
By Walt Wolfram, Ph.D., Clare Dannenberg, Ph.D., Stanley Knick, Ph.D., and Linda Oxendine, Ph.D.
A landmark linguistic study of Lumbee English, highlighting the community鈥檚 unique dialect and its role in preserving cultural identity.

River Spirits: A Collection of Lumbee Writings (2003)
Edited by Stanley Knick, Ph.D.
A powerful anthology of poetry, short stories, and personal reflections from Lumbee writers, exploring culture, memory, resilience, and hope.

 

Film & Multimedia

Lumbee by Grace: Landmarks in Indian Identity (2002, Remastered 2007) 鈥� VHS
Produced in collaboration with the 51吃瓜网 Mass Communications Department
A visual journey through Lumbee cultural identity, touching on family, land, faith and heritage.
Runtime: 29:20 min | Stereo | Color | Digitally Mastered

(2005) 鈥� DVD
A tribute to North Carolina鈥檚 eight state-recognized tribes and the legacy of the Commission of Indian Affairs.

A Healing Faith (2005) 鈥� Video
Lumbee women share personal journeys through breast cancer, blending personal testimony with spiritual reflection and communal hope.

Our People Series 鈥� DVD
Produced between 2007鈥�2011, this series documents the voices, traditions and contemporary lives of North Carolina鈥檚 tribal nations:

(2007) 鈥� DVD
An evocative look at the spiritual and cultural significance of powwows, framed as living dreams of connection and renewal.

(2008) 鈥� DVD
Members of the Stoney Creek Singers explain the cultural and emotional power of the powwow drum as a symbol of identity and rhythm of life.

Waccamaw Indian People of South Carolina (2012) 鈥� DVD
An exploration of Waccamaw traditions, values and the strength of their community spirit.

Knowledge, Wisdom & the Traditional Mind: The Nottoway in the 21st Century (2014) 鈥� DVD/Blu-ray
Members of the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia reflect on cultural continuity, challenges and the pride of maintaining traditions into the modern era.

 (2015) 鈥� DVD
Eight Lumbee teachers share their stories as educators in the Lumbee community. 

 

 

Disclaimer:
The videos featured below were originally created and recorded on VHS and are shared here for educational and historical purposes. Please note that video and audio quality may vary due to the age and format of the original recordings.

(Year Unknown) 鈥� VHS
Robeson County Native American women share their histories. 

(Year Unknown) - VHS

(Year Unknown) 鈥� VHS
Five Lumbee elders tell about their experiences at home and abroad as soldiers during the 2nd World War.