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FAIRBANKS TRADITION FROM ARTISTS
There's nothing as fancy as traditional Athabascan slippers. The beaded footwear is worn by both men and women, and is often seen at traditional gatherings and potlatches. Mukluks are highly ornate, and feature floral and rosette designs. Originally, decorative designs were made from porcupine quills , shells and natural materials like moosehide, which is still used. The level of craftsmanship in Alaska 's beaded leatherwork is sometimes extraordinary.
AUTHENTIC ART
Only First Alaskans are allowed, by law, to use the "Silve r Hand " logo when they create aworkofart.The"SilverHand"logoisagood escanbecoldandremote,butvillagersusethistimeto way to guarantee authenticity. However, not get together - for dances, Athabascan fiddling, and village all authentic Native art is affixed with this basketball games. Traditional dances are still practiced logo. Authentic NativeAlaskan arts and crafts today, and music, relationships and food are at the heart are skillfully made, typically use natural of a traditional potlatch. Potlatches are celebrations that
materials, and can be quite expensive. The "Made in Alaska " logo means that an item was made in Alaska , but does not certify the piece was made by an Alaska Native artisan.
MUSEUM RICHES
The Morris Thompson Cultural Center in Fairbanks has a unique perspective on Native Alaska culture. It shows both past and present artifacts.
RIVER LIFE
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