This religious and spiritual symbol is part of the traditional spiritual tradition of the Ojibway Indian people of Northern Michigan. It has long been used as a ritual item in “the way of the dream,” part of the Midewiwin traditional practices of the Annishnabe.
Handcrafted by Mike Shelafoe, a local craftsman and artist. Mike is a member of the Keweenaw Bay Band of Chippewa Indians and a long- time friend of the Cedar Tree Institute. He continues to serve as a consultant, teacher and project manager in many of the Institute’s programs.
