Bertha Little Coyote

Bertha Blackbeard Little Coyote (February 3, 1912 – February 2, 2003) was a Cheyenne author, artist, and singer from Oklahoma, United States. She was known for her book, Leaving Everything Behind, which described her history at an Indian boarding school, as well as her participation in music, lyricism and moccasin art.

Biography Bertha Blackbeard Little Coyote was born on February 3, 1912, in Canton, Oklahoma, at the Cantonment. Her Indian name was , which means "sunset".

She attended Cantonment Boarding School from 1919 to 1925. Her vocal and lyrical interpretations of Cheyenne and Christian songs are significant contributions to ethnomusicology.

Little Coyote was selected as the Outstanding Cheyenne Indian Lady by the Federation of Oklahoma Indian Women.

Death and legacy Bertha Little Coyote died on February 2, 2003. She lived in Seiling, Oklahoma.