Why Do Navajo Men Have Long Hair?

One significant way that Navajo men and women celebrate our culture is by the way we wear and take care of our hair. To tribal individuals, hair is considered a core part of who we are as people and how our hair represents us and our ancestors.

In this short film, listen to Navajo Cultural Expert, Steve Darden, speak with brothers Makaius and Makairyn Marks and their father Darrell Marks who provide valuable insight and knowledge as to why Navajo men have long hair.