The Native American Goddess(Shirley Smothers) The Following is a brief history of the Native American Goddess’s and Mythology


Atira
The Pawnee earth goddess, whose name literally means "our mother", and her earthly manifestation was corn.
In Pawnee mythology, Atira is the goddess of Earth She is also known as "Vault of the Sky" and "Mother Corn". 
Here are some other details about Atira in Pawnee mythology: Aitra’s earthly manifestation is corn, which symbolizes life and nourishment.  

Atira has also been the namesake for:
Atira: The first asteroid known to orbit entirely within Earth's orbit.
Atira Mons: A mountain on Venus.



 Atahensic
Also known as Sky Woman, is a sky goddess in Iroquois mythology associated with marriage,and childbirth. Here's some information about Atahensic:
Creation.

Atahensic lived in the Upper World when creation began. She fell through a hole in the ground left by digging up a tree, and birds carried her to the water below. She gave birth to twin sons, Hahgwehdiyu and Hahgwehdaetgah.

Death
Hahgwehdaetgah, the evil twin, killed Atahensic by bursting out of her side.

Afterlife
Hahgwehdiyu created the sky and sun from his mother's body, and gave the rest of her to the earth. He planted a seed in his mother's corpse, which grew into corn as a gift to humanity

This Iroquois goddess is associated with marriage, childbirth.  An important figure in the mythology of Native America cultures, especially in the Southwestern United States.
 


Hanhepi Wi,
The Lakota goddess associated with the moon, family, and femininity, also known as Hanwi, is a Native American moon goddess in the Lakota and Sioux religions. She is associated with femininity, fertility, emotions, dreams, and transformations. 

Her lunar faces | feminine divine is Hanhepi Wi, also called Hanwi. She is a moon goddess in Native North American Mythology. In Dakota/Lakota stories, Wí refers to the Sun & Moon: Haŋwí (evening light), is the lunar version.
The term "Wi" refers to both the sun and the moon, but to differentiate between the two, she is known as Hanhepi Wi.

She is also the Goddess of motherhood, feminine power, and watches over women during their monthly cycle. Hanwi means “Night Sun”. Her name “Han” means darkness and “Wi” means sun. Also called Hanhepi Wi (Nighttime Wi)




Spider Grandmother
Spider Woman is a powerful figure in the creation and migration stories of many Native American tribes, including the Hopi, and the Navajo , She is also known as Grandmother Spider. 

Spider Woman's role in Native American mythology varies by tribe, but she is generally depicted as a creator, protector, and teacher.

Creation
In some creation stories, Spider Woman is the Earth Goddess who brings life to the creatures.

Protection
Spider Woman protects the innocent. She is said to attach a thread of her spider silk to each person to provide access to her wisdom and protection. 

Teaching
Spider Woman teaches people how to grow food, and weave.
 
Destruction
In Navajo tradition, she is said to capture and eat disobedient children with her web. This is another example of Man’s mythology of what happens to disobedient children.
 
End of the world
In Hopi teachings, Spider Woman will weave her web across the landscape this will signal the end of the World.

Spider Woman's sacred home is Spider Rock in Canyon DE Chelly, Arizona. Her legacy is evident in Navajo art and textiles.

In Navajo mythology, Spider Woman (Na'ashjé'íí Asdzáá) is the constant helper and protector of humans.

Spider Woman is a prominent figure in Native American mythology, representing a complex blend of strength and creativity. In many traditions, she is seen as a powerful creator who spins the web of life and teaches humans the art of weaving.


Corn Maidens
Zuni Corn Maidens
Seven maidens who created corn seeds by rubbing their bodies 

Chicomecoatl
The Aztec goddess of corn and sustenance, also known as "Seven Serpent". She was associated with fertility, agricultural abundance, and human livelihood. 

Corn Mother
A Native American figure who secretly produces corn by rubbing her body. When her secret is discovered, she is accused of witchcraft and may be killed.  
In many origin myths, corn is a gift to starving hunting societies. These myths often feature a mother figure who sacrifices herself to allow corn to grow from her body. This is also said of the Goddess Atahensic, her son planted a corn seed in her body to give corn to all of Mankind.

The is a brief history of Native American Goddess's. I encourage you to do your own research.

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