Unsettling America! - Postcards from the Stolen Land Service

Reimagine America’s national parks and most iconic landscapes with a bold and necessary perspective. This postcard set transforms iconic National Park signs to reflect the true history of these lands as ancestral homelands forcibly taken from Indigenous nations. These designs challenge the traditional storytelling of manifest destiny, colonization, and the commodification of national parks and invite reflection on the deep connections between land, history, and Indigenous sovereignty.

Perfect for sending a meaningful message to loved ones, using as educational tools, or displaying as a reminder of the ongoing journey toward truth and reconciliation, these postcards are a small but impactful way to honor the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these lands for generations.

This Product’s Story:
The National Park system represents breathtaking beauty and conservation efforts, but it also exists on lands forcibly taken from Indigenous nations. Many of these parks, from Yellowstone to Yosemite, were once thriving homelands before settlers displaced Indigenous peoples under policies of removal and erasure. This postcard series is an act of truth-telling—reminding us that these lands were not "discovered" but have always been home to sovereign nations.

Each design reflects a commitment to Indigenous advocacy, pushing back against the sanitized history often told about America’s public lands. By sharing these postcards, you contribute to the ongoing dialogue about land sovereignty, Indigenous rights, and the importance of acknowledging history with honesty.

This project is a collaboration with Indigenous artists and allies who are committed to truth-telling and cultural preservation. By purchasing these postcards, you’re supporting efforts to uplift Indigenous voices and promote awareness of the ongoing impacts of colonization.

Note: Product images are watermarked and low quality to ward off Temu demons.

Key Features:

• Buy individually, or as a set of six
• Postcards feature altered National Park signs with blunt Indigenous land acknowledgments
• High-quality, durable cardstock with a matte finish for easy writing
• Standard postcard size (4”x6”)—perfect for mailing or display
• Thought-provoking designs challenge conventional narratives
• Proceeds are donated directly to Indigenous land back initiatives
  

Why It Matters:
Land acknowledgments are just the beginning. Supporting Indigenous communities requires recognizing history, advocating for landback movements, and uplifting Native voices in conservation. These postcards are more than art—they are a statement.

National parks are often celebrated as untouched wilderness, yet they also stand as symbols of Indigenous displacement and erasure. This collection challenges that narrative, urging reflection, education, and action. Each postcard is a step toward truth-telling and justice, honoring the land’s original caretakers and the stories that must be heard.

Thank you for being part of this effort.

About Us:
This project is brought to you by Good Medicine Collective, a small, Indigenous-led collective dedicated to truth-telling, cultural preservation, and community empowerment. We believe in the power of art and storytelling to inspire change and foster understanding. The proceeds from every purchase are split between Indigenous land back initiatives and cultural revitalization projects.

Join our efforts to unsettle America, reclaim the narrative, and honor the land. 

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Thank you for supporting Good Medicine Collective and helping us honor the past while building a brighter future for Indigenous artists and communities. Together, we can honor our history and empower generations to come.

Good Medicine Collective is a small business rooted in community, culture, and shared purpose. Our mission is to support modern Indigenous arts and uplift Indigenous communities and artists across the U.S.

At Good Medicine Collective, we believe the best way to protect our culture is to support each other and work together toward common goals. In doing this, we are committed to offering only authentic, Indigenous art designed by enrolled tribal citizens, in full compliance with the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990. By ensuring authenticity, we help protect Indigenous artists and uphold the integrity of our cultural traditions.