Celebrating America's First Prima Ballerina and the First Native American in Space

Take a look at CNN's profile of Maria Tallchief, American's first prima ballerina who maintained a connection to her heritage in the Osage Nation and continues to inspires young dancers today:

Maria Tallchief in Dance Magazine, 1954.

Then watch the PBS NewsHour Hidden Histories interview with John Herrington, a decorated naval officer and trailblazing astronaut:

Who are Native American trailblazers who have inspired you?

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