The Yup’ik people are the largest Alaska Native group, inhabiting the vast and rugged terrain of Western Alaska, including the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, Bristol Bay, and Norton Sound. With a rich and diverse cultural heritage, the Yup’ik have thrived in this unforgiving yet majestic landscape for centu
Located on Annette Island in southeastern Alaska, Metlakatla is a unique community that stands out from other Alaska Native villages. As the only Indian reserve in Alaska, established in 1887, Metlakatla has a distinct history and culture shaped by the Tsimshian people. This article delves into the
The Tlingit People: Guardians of Southeast Alaska’s Rainforest The Tlingit people have been the traditional inhabitants of Southeast Alaska’s Alexander
The Koyukon Athabascan: Spiritual Guardians of the Interior The Koyukon Athabascan people have lived in the vast interior Alaska along
The Nalukataq, or blanket toss festival, is a traditional Iñupiaq celebration held after a successful whaling season. The community comes together to share food, stories, and laughter, and to honor the whalers and their families.
The Haida People of Alaska: Master Carvers of the Northern Pacific The Haida people have long been known for their
The Gwich’in Athabascan: Caribou People of the Arctic Introduction Located in the Arctic region of Alaska and Canada, the Gwich’in
According to the UAF Alaska Native Language Center, the Eyak language, also known as Diix’aa, is a linguistic isolate within the Na-Dene family. This means that it is not directly related to other Athabascan or Tlingit languages, but rather shares characteristics with both.
The Dena’ina Athabascan people have lived along the shores of upper Cook Inlet and the Kenai Peninsula for thousands of years. As the only Athabascan people to inhabit saltwater territory, the Dena’ina have developed a unique culture that is deeply connected to the land, the sea, and the resources i
The Russian colonial period was marked by violence, exploitation, and cultural suppression. The Alutiiq people were forced to adopt European customs and practices, which eroded their traditional way of life.