Historical Women Pin Collection: Maria Tallchief

Celebrate 20 of the world's most influential women with this collectible pin series! MARIA TALLCHIEF: Considered one of North America's first Prima Ballerinas, Elizabeth Marie Tallchief was the first Native American ballerina to receive national attention. Performing for companies such as the New York City Ballet and the American Ballet Theater, Tallchief made a name for herself as a highly skilled performer. After retiring from the ballet, she became the director of the Lyric Opera of Chicago.