14th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Before the Portrait
Lila sits on the side porch of her house while her family and friend get ready for a portrait behind her. Lila's grandmother, Heart Warrior, has spent years battling to keep custody of her grandchildren in Minnesota. It’s part of a long history of Native American removal and resistance.
This photo won the American Experience category of our 14th Annual Photo Contest. See all of the winners and finalists here.Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 08.2016 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2016 |
| Photo Location: | Nett Lake, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Copyright: | © Stephanie Foden |
Awards
| Photo of the Day: 01.20.17 |
| Editor's Pick |
| Finalist |
| Winner |