Ceremonial Pipes (1955)

Explains the symbolism and traditions of the sacred ceremonial pipe in the religion of the North American Plains Indian. Depicts the White Buffalo Maiden bringing the sacred pipe to the altar where the buffalo skull represents Wah-kon-tah, the source of food, clothing, shelter, and protection from evil. Shows specimen pipes from the collection in the […]

Chalk And Chalkboards (1959)

Discusses the physical properties of chalk and chalkboards, showing what they are made of and how they are cared for. Explains how the chalkboard may be used as an effective teaching aid. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage […]

Challenge of Ideas, The (1961)

We digitized and uploaded this film on behalf of the Prelinger Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. ANALYZES BASIC IDEOLOGICAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE U.S. & THE COMMUNIST STATE. DESCRIBES OBJECTIVES & TECHNIQUES USED BY THE USSR TO INFLUENCE PEOPLES OF […]