the Hopi (peaceful ones) people have the longest authenticated history of occupation of a single area by any Native American tribe in the United States.
The kachina cult is built upon worship principally through impersonation of a group of supernaturals “who bring rain and good health”. As soon as the impersonator dons the mask of the supernatural, he
is believed to become that spirit.
Traditionally made of leather or wood, the mask is seen as a living thing and even fed sacred food. When worn, they bring the spirit directly into the village.
