Celebration kicks off on June 5 in Juneau.
Alaska Native Arts & Culture
Tongass Voices: Kanik Corinne James on being uplifted by Indigenous women in the art world
She learns from traditional formline styles, but adds her own creative twists to them. Kanik recently designed a piece called “Auntea” & she told KTOO what inspired the design.
Ketchikan residents protest imitation totem poles carved by convicted murderer
The contested poles are planned decoration for a crafts market. The City Council will mull its regulatory authority over them at a May 16 meeting.
Bill adding more Indigenous languages to Alaska’s official list heads to governor
The bill sponsored by Juneau Rep. Andi Story would add Cup’ig, Middle Tanana, Lower Tanana and Wetał to the list.
“Welcome to Deishú”? A mysterious sign change sparks discussion of Haines Borough’s name
The action have reinvigorated a long-running discussion about the town’s name and revitalization of the Lingít language.
Tongass Voices: Haa Tooch Lichéesh Coalition members find inner strength through ocean dipping
Haa Tooch Lichéesh Coalition leads traditional practices like a dip in the ocean for strength and healing.