Arrived in Fairbanks Sept. 5 and settled in at the Chena River State Park campground. Decided our first stop should be the new visitors center opened after our last visit. As well as having very knowledgeable staff there are very nice exhibits.
As we approached we saw an early log house which was part of a row of houses (most now gone) which still sets in the original location.
However, many people lived in wall tents with wood heaters
Early clothing
With all the labors of women they still loved sewing and decorating with beads
Since the natives moved so often a sewing kit most be portable.
The moving was to locate animals for food and fishing
Athabascan Potlatches were held for celebrating life transitions, new chief, first hunt, first “kill” of the season and to celebrate the life of the deceased. Family and friends came together to share food and gifts
Potlatches are still held today.
Their art was rooted in culture
Leaving the center we spotted an Arch of Antlers
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