Navajo Squash Kachina Doll Meaning

The Squash or Patung Kachina doll is known as the plant Kachina. They bring their own water for planting to ensure a plentiful crop. He is also considered a chief kachina.

Navajo Hemis Kachina

Hemis Kachina – Navajo

When the time comes to leave for their home on top of the San Francisco Peaks in Northern Arizona. The ceremony is called the Niman (going home). Any Kachina may lead this procession and it normally is done by the Hemis Kachina.