People cannot go to Mali's Dogon region to witness its spectacular ancient culture, so the Dogons brought their dancing, wrestling and architecture to the Sahel nation's capital. They are known ...

The “Dogon” series was produced following Gilliam’s time in West Africa, where he immersed himself within communities on the fringes of modern society; the Dogon tribe living in the central plateau ...

The “Dogon” series was produced following Gilliam’s time in West Africa, where he immersed himself within communities on the fringes of modern society; the Dogon tribe living in the central plateau ...

Mali holds its masked dance Dogon festival for the tenth year. Yellowstone to Yosemite: Kevin Costner speculates the reason behind Teddy Roosevelt's 'disappearing act' What are the 3 cheapest ...

Bamako, Mali — Unknown assailants killed at least 95 people in an ethnic Dogon village overnight in the latest massacre to destabilize central Mali, a government official said Monday.

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Object Details Author Dieterlen, Germaine Smithsonian Libraries African Art Index Project DSI Notes The procession of Dogon masks that come out to perform during dama ceremonies, or the end of ...

In the Dogon society of West Africa the practice of divination provides a framework for ethical reflection. Divination invites reflection on actions and their consequences in society, as well as ...

DOGON COUNTRY, Mali — The woman balanced a large bundle of firewood on her head, steadying it with her left hand. In her right, she grasped the handles of a black plastic bag. Yet, she still ...

Building memories By KATHERINE ECHOLS, Chronicle correspondentSep 26, 2002 Rita Salter ...