Many people see dream catchers hanging from peoples’ car rearview mirrors, but few know
their significance. The dream catcher is based on a legend told by the Lakota tribe. It
symbolizes holding onto good things in life, while the holes in the catcher are there to filter
out bad thoughts and feelings. Smoke signals are another interesting aspect of Native
American culture. They were used to communicate to others over a long distance and are yet
another symbol of the proud heritage of the Native American.