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Our Guide to Seattle's Native-Owned Establishments and Holiday Events!

At Eighth Generation, we've seen what's possible when you support Inspired Natives, not "Native-inspired" - and have committed to supporting Inspir...

"Two Spirit" Blanket Development Survey

The goal of this project is to re-establish reverence for Two Spirit and LGBTQ+ Native people through the general symbolism of an honor blanket and...

We just awarded two Inspired Natives Grants- Meet the Recipients!

We know that the support of our community helped get us where we are today. It's with this in mind that - as a small part of our broader giving - w...

CNN's Great Big Story shows the world how we're "Reclaiming Native American Art"

There is a great demand for cultural art in today’s market, with everything from clothing to home goods to jewelry featuring Native American-inspir...

Eighth Generation launches the INSPIRED NATIVES GRANT

Two years ago when Eighth Generation launched wool blankets, we promised that 5% of our blanket profits would go towards Inspired Natives Grants. I...

The final ice cream flavors are in - now for a sweet celebration!

Eighth Generation is celebrating the one year anniversary of the opening of our flagship store at Pike Place Market! For this special occasion, we'...

NPR- Louie Gong Brings Authentic Native Art to Mainstream Business

Louie Gong is a Native American visual artist and designer who got his start decorating Vans sneakers. Today he's one of the most successful Native...

The Eighth Generation Movement by INSPADES Magazine

International art and photography magazine, INSPADES, has taken notice of the growing momentum we're creating! Check out some highlights from our f...

Check out our all-star lineup of artists in residence for this summer!

In collaboration with the Evergreen Longhouse and First Peoples Fund, Eighth Generation will host 3 amazing local artists in the Busted Knuckle Gal...

The Art of Giving Back - Your Input Needed!

Eighth Generation believes that art is like any natural resource; if we want it to thrive, we need to nurture the ecosystems, communities, and the ...

A New Kind of Cover Feature for Eighth Generation

Since Louie Gong (Nooksack) started Eighth Generation in 2008 as a way to sell the custom shoes he was decorating with cultural art, Eighth Generat...

The 2017 Blanket Design Contest Ends with a Surprise Twist!

After rigorous review of 60 strong submissions, the Eighth Generation team has made its final selection for the 2017 Blanket Design contest!