This mini course explores the history of the Santa Fe All Indian Band, a group of Native musicians from the Navajo, Hopi, Laguna Pueblo, and other tribal communities who performed across the Southwest and even marched in President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s 1953 Inaugural Parade. Through four connected lessons, this course examines how Indian railroad workers formed the band, how the Santa Fe Railroad used Native imagery to promote the company, the boarding school experience that trained the musicians, and the family legacies that emerged from the musical ensemble.
Why Take this Course?
Take this course if you enjoy exploring a topic that’s new to you—or one that you are already familiar with and want to deepen and expand your knowledge. This course will appeal to anyone interested in music history, Native American history, Indian boarding school history, labor history, and the broader theme of Native people and modernity. Whether you are a lifelong learner or simply intellectually curious, this is an opportunity to engage with historical material in a meaningful way.
Course Structure
Each lesson includes one 7-to 9-minute lecture, a 5-question multiple-choice quiz (based on the lecture), and additional resources for students to read or watch. Students can work at their own pace. This is not a difficult course, nor is it time-consuming. It is intended to be informative and enjoyable!
Student Enrollment
Enrolling in the course is easy. Simply click on the “Buy” button below to get started. Once you enroll, you will receive an email with login instructions.
Price: $20.00
Arizona Empowerment Accounts (ESA)
Beyond the Mesas, LLC is a certified vendor approved to receive ESA funds for Arizona homeschool students. Parents interested in enrolling their student in our courses are encouraged to contact Prof. Gilbert using the form below for more information.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the course, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Gilbert by filling out the Contact Form below and clicking on the “Contact us” button.
