Faw Faw

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Scope note
Religious movement originating from William Faw Faw (Waw-No-She) (c. 1854-1924), an Otoe-Missouria prophet; became popular amongst Native North Americans in Oklahoma in the late 19th century to the early 20th century. With a focus on returning back to Native lifeways, adherents would enact complex dances and ceremonies, as well as wearing heavily decorated regalia.
Faw Faw
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024