Native American art, jewelry & fine crafts
Experience the beauty of Native America at Gathering Tribes. Since 1991, Gathering Tribes has been representing Native artists, jewelers and craftspeople of the Americas. Our resident artist is Michael Horse, an award winning and internationally known jeweler, artist and actor.
We feature many award winning Native artists at weekend events throughout the year. You will find fine art, jewelry, pottery, Zuni fetish carvings, sculpture, drums, books, music and more. Please go to our web site for more information and to check on our upcoming events.
Gathering Tribes is a Native American woman owned business.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Gathering Tribes has been in business since 1991.
What is your primary product or service?
Gathering Tribes represents Indigenous artisans from Alaska to Chile. We feature art, jewelry and fine crafts handmade by Native Americans and Indigenous people of the Americas.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The owner, Pennie Opal Plant is a Native American woman of Yaqui, Choctaw and Cherokee descent. Our staff includes Chrystal White Eyes, Lakota, and Isabella Zizi, Northern Cheyenne, Arikara and Muskogee Creek.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Gathering Tribes is very active in the San Francisco Bay Area Indian community. We feature many award-winning Native American artisans at weekend events throughout the year.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Gathering Tribes is located on the corner of Solano Avenue and Santa Fe Avenue in Albany, California. Solano Avenue is a wonderful shopping district which spans both cities of Albany and Berkeley. There are many wonderful small boutique businesses on the Avenue, as well as many award-winning restaurants.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, checks with I.D., Visa, MC, Discover, American Express
Which areas do you service?
The world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Pennie Opal Plant
What are your hours of operation?
Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm
Monday: 10 am to 6 pm
Tues-Sat: 10 am to 7 pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
We are knowledgeable, welcoming and kind.
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