The procession marks the kick-off of the four-day Celebration festival in Juneau — a biennial gathering that honors and uplifts the culture of Lingít, Haida and Tsimshian people.
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Celebration kicks off with yaakw landings in Juneau
The paddlers came from across Southeast and parts of Canada, journeying for days to arrive for the festival.
Celebration returns this week to uplift Indigenous culture in Juneau
This year’s event promises almost 1,600 dancers from 36 dance groups, including the lead dance group Dakhká Khwáan Dancers from Whitehorse, Canada.
Inside Kasaan’s preparations for 250-mile canoe voyage to Juneau for Celebration
Celebration kicks off on June 5 in Juneau.
Toddlers showcase Southeast Alaska clan regalia at Celebration
Some toddlers were shy. Others were ready for an audience.
Celebration begins with arts campus opening and totem pole dedication in Juneau
One theme of the opening of Sealaska Heritage Institute’s new arts campus was unity among Lingít, Haida and Tsimshian people.