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Onion Portage – The Oldest Archeological Site in North America
Arctic archaeology has been deeply influenced by J. Louis Giddings Although Archeologist J. Louis Giddings passed away in December 1964 from injuries sustained in a car accident, his three decades of pioneering research[...]
The Heart of Alaskan Children’s Illustrations
Barbara Lavallee’s legacy is that of a bridge-builder between cultures Celebrating Barbara Lavallee, an illustrious illustrator based in Alaska, who has uniquely impacted the world of children's books with her vibrant and culturally[...]
Harvesting Herring Roe in Alaska
The unique and sustainable method of harvesting herring eggs has been practiced for generations. In the pristine waters of Alaska, a unique and sustainable method of harvesting herring eggs has been practiced for[...]
Whispers of the Chocolate Lily
The Fritillaria camschatcensis, widely recognized under names such as the chocolate lily, Kamchatka fritillary, wild rice, or northern rice root, is a perennial plant native to a range of habitats, from moist coastal environments[...]
Russian Creole Pioneers of Alaska
In the context of Russian Alaska, "Creole" did not refer to a racial group but was instead used to identify someone as a "colonial citizen" within the Russian Empire. This status afforded Creoles several advantages,[...]
Cape Krusenstern National Monument
A Historical 540,000 Acre Monument of the Arctic Stretching gracefully for 70 miles along the Chukchi Sea lies Cape Krusenstern National Monument, an isolated expanse of wilderness nestled in Alaska's Arctic realm. Offering panoramic vistas[...]
The Majestic Brooks Falls of Katmailand National Park
Alaska's Katmai National Park and Preserve Initially founded as a haven for anglers, the retreat known as the lodge started its operations in 1950. Continuous improvements to both the primary lodge and the dining[...]
Rita Pitka Blumenstein
Legendary Healer and Alaska Indigenous Grandmother Grandmother Rita Pitka Blumenstein, a revered Yupik Elder, was born in 1926 in the village of Nelson Island, Alaska. Throughout her life, she played a crucial role in preserving[...]
The Art and Legacy of John Jay Hoover 1919-2011
John Hoover, a renowned artist, hails from the picturesque town of Cordova, Alaska, where he was born and raised. His journey through life has been as diverse as his artistic talents. Initially, Hoover immersed himself[...]
