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Inupiat Collection

"Inupiat: Preserving Traditions and Embracing the Arctic Wilderness" Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Inupiat people

Background imageInupiat Collection: Native (Inupiat) man of Sarichef Island, Alaska

Native (Inupiat) man of Sarichef Island, Alaska
6339124 Native (Inupiat) man of Sarichef Island, Alaska by Vangauberghe, A. (19th century); (add.info.: Native (Inupiat) man of Sarichef Island, Alaska

Background imageInupiat Collection: Weathered blue wooden shed door, Kobuk, Northwestern Alaska, USA

Weathered blue wooden shed door, Kobuk, Northwestern Alaska, USA
Close-up of a weathered blue shed door in Kobuk; Northwestern Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Background imageInupiat Collection: igloo snow blind and expedition camp along the Arctic coast, mouth of the Canning river

igloo snow blind and expedition camp along the Arctic coast, mouth of the Canning river, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Background imageInupiat Collection: Herschel Island museum that once held a jail in it, off the Mackenzie River delta

Herschel Island museum that once held a jail in it, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Background imageInupiat Collection: inupiat hunter Jack Kayotuk sleds down a snow bank on his back, Herschel Island

inupiat hunter Jack Kayotuk sleds down a snow bank on his back, Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Background imageInupiat Collection: Jack Kayotuk and Alice Faith on frozen landscape on the Arctic ocean, off Herschel island

Jack Kayotuk and Alice Faith on frozen landscape on the Arctic ocean, off Herschel island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Background imageInupiat Collection: old Inupiat home along the Arctic coast, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

old Inupiat home along the Arctic coast, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

Background imageInupiat Collection: Ukivok stilt village, early 20th century C016 / 4583

Ukivok stilt village, early 20th century C016 / 4583
Ukivok stilt village, early 20th century. This settlement is located on King Island, Alaska, in the Bering Sea. It was inhabited by around 200 Inupiat people who called themselves the Ukivokmiut

Background imageInupiat Collection: inupiat guides Bruce Inglangasak and Jack Kayotuk finish building an igloo snow blind

inupiat guides Bruce Inglangasak and Jack Kayotuk finish building an igloo snow blind, along the Arctic coast, mouth of the Canning river, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska (MR)

Background imageInupiat Collection: inupiat guide Bruce Inglangasak building an igloo snow blind, along the Arctic coast

inupiat guide Bruce Inglangasak building an igloo snow blind, along the Arctic coast, mouth of the Canning river, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska (MR)

Background imageInupiat Collection: inupiat guide Bruce Inglangasak hauling snow blocks for an igloo snow blind, along the Arctic coast

inupiat guide Bruce Inglangasak hauling snow blocks for an igloo snow blind, along the Arctic coast, mouth of the Canning river, eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska (MR)


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"Inupiat: Preserving Traditions and Embracing the Arctic Wilderness" Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Inupiat people, a Native community hailing from Sarichef Island, Alaska. Weathered blue wooden shed doors stand as silent witnesses to their resilience and connection to Kobuk, Northwestern Alaska. Venture further along the Arctic coast, where an igloo snow blind and expedition camp greet you at the mouth of the Canning River. Here, amidst breathtaking snowy landscapes, experience firsthand how these resourceful individuals have thrived in harmony with nature for generations. Step into history at Herschel Island museum – once a jail – nestled off the Mackenzie River delta. Discover artifacts that tell stories of survival and adaptation against harsh Arctic conditions. Witness Inupiat hunter Jack Kayotuk sled down a snow bank on his back, showcasing their agility and deep-rooted knowledge of this icy terrain. Join Jack Kayotuk and Alice Faith as they traverse frozen landscapes on the vast expanse of the Arctic Ocean near Herschel Island. Feel their connection to this pristine environment that has shaped their way of life for centuries. Travel eastward along the Arctic coast to encounter old Inupiat homes within Eastern Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. These structures serve as reminders of ancestral dwellings that have witnessed countless tales passed down through generations. Transport yourself back in time to Ukivok stilt village during early 20th century C016 / 4583 era when Inupiat guides Bruce Inglangasak and Jack Kayotuk meticulously construct an igloo snow blind. Witness their expertise in building shelters perfectly adapted for survival in extreme conditions. The Inupiat people embody resilience, wisdom, and respect for nature's forces like no other. Their traditions continue to thrive amidst challenging circumstances while embracing modernity without losing sight of their roots.