The first thing I would say is everyone who comes into the home and sees the large Navajo rug in the living room remarks that this single item has transformed the way the whole house looks - and without me soliciting comments!  The next thing I notice is that most of the time they suddenly sit down on the sofas and just start remarking how much this one large rug has enhanced the beauty of the living room!  Many have remarked that the Navajo rug I chose from yall for this room even matches the stonework colors in the living room!  Truthfully I never had anyone remark about the C ..read more

Master Weaver: Berlinda Nez From:  the Shiprock Area of the Navajo Nation CLAN: “Where Water Meets Born for Tangle” Clan and “Bitter Water” Clan, Her Nali is Comanche Warrior.    Berlinda started Weaving in summer of 1990 when she was 14 years old.  She was taught by her Mother, Grace Nez.  Berlinda’s weavings have been in several exhibitions at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum in Wickenburg, AZ.  Berlinda is from the famous and talented Nez family.  Her mother Grace and 7 sisters are all award winning and highly respected Master Weavers.  Berlinda ..read more

National Nonprofit Day, recognized in America on August 17, raises awareness of charitable contributions from nonprofit groups across the world. The awareness day followed the 1894 Tariff Act that introduced the first federal tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations.   Please consider supporting our non-profit. Forever Navajo - Supporting Navajo Weavers FOREVER NAVAJO is a 501(c)(3) organization founded by Steve and Gail Getzwiller to help the Navajo weaver and keep the Navajo Weaving Tradition alive. OUR MISSION: TO ENSURE THE ADVANCEMENT AND SURVIVAL OF THE UNIQUE IND ..read more

We are so happy and proud of our weavers this year.  From our entries the weavers brought home 6 - 1st Place Blue Ribbons, 7 -  2nd Place Red Ribbons and 1 Best of Category!   Congrats to all! 2023 Award Winners - Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Two Grey Hill Navajo Rug : Elsie Bia : Churro 1733 : 36" x 48" : $9,000 Award: Best of Category & 1st Place (111)      Two Grey Hill : Navajo Rug : Irene Bia : Churro 1732 : 48" x 75" : $9,000 Award : 1st Place (112)   Crystal : Navajo Rug : Geraldine Phillips : Churro ..read more

We are getting the Churro weavings ready to enter into the art show at Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial.  For decades now Nizhoni Ranch and Steve Getzwiller have submitted weavings on behalf of our weavers for judging.  We are proud of our weavers who have won countless awards and prize money!  We have 20 weavings to enter this year and sure they will take home ribbons.  Check back after the 13th for the list of our award winning rugs.  Wish our weavers luck! Click here for more information about Gallup Ceremonial.   ..read more

Two-year old Kelly Shupula with gifts she received from the Katsinam at a ceremony.   Central to Hopi religion, Katsinas are supernatural beings believed to live on the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff, Arizona. Hopi men embody the Katsina spirits during ceremonies that take place between Winter Solstice and mid-July. The Hopis believe these spirits enable them to live in harmony with nature, ensuring rain, crops, fertility, and good hunting. The Hopi men embody the spirits of these Katsinas by wearing masks and dancing in the plazas of the villages. The dolls, which are carved r ..read more

We are excited to announce we will be holding a Wine Down (Open House) Friday April 28, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Gallery. It is the perfect time of year to enjoy beautiful weavings, wonderful friends and gorgeous sunsets.  Please bring your favorite wine (or drink) and a dish to share.   RSVP to steve@navajorug.com or 520-455-5020. Hope to see you there!   ..read more

Gail, we so enjoyed our adventure with you this past weekend,  and we are thrilled with the two gorgeous weavings we got from you! We loved coming out to the ranch, and seeing your amazing collection. It was just a treat for all of us to see your very special place in Arizona, and to bring home our beautiful rugs. Thank you!  Ellen & Michael  Phoenix  ..read more

The month of November is more than Thanksgiving. It's also Native American Heritage Month, a time designated to honor and recognize the contributions Indigenous people have made to the United States. "Our resilience and our strength as the first peoples of this land should be celebrated every day," said IllumiNative founder Crystal Echo Hawk.   "As Indigenous peoples, we stand in our power every day. We continue to pass down traditions through ceremony, protect the wellness and health of our communities, and fight for clean air and water," she said. Native American Heritage Mont ..read more

   We give thanks for family and friends this Thanksgiving Holiday! Safe travels to all!     ..read more