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Old Woman's Spirit Mask
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This mask was used during healing ceremonies and represents a spirit the íxť controlled.
Sea Monster Carving
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This panel was relief carved by David Williams Sr. from red cedar in 1972. David was a member of the Chookaneidí clan, from Hoonah and his Tlingit name was Kaash de yaaw dakaa.
Brown Bear Mask
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Brown bear mask used by a Hoonah Íxt’ in the 1800’s.
Whale Amulet
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Ivory Íxt’ amulet made from a whale tooth depicting a sea monster.
Killer Whale Bowl
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A seal oil bowl carved to represent killer whales by Hoonah artist Lincoln Wallace in 1964. Lincoln belonged to the T’akdeintaan clan, and his Tlingit name was Keel ti eesh.
Bear, Wolf, and Beaver Plaques
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Relief carved yellow cedar plaques representing three different clans, carved by Hoonah artist Lincoln Wallace around 1969. Lincoln belonged to the T’akdeintaan clan, and his Tlingit name was Keel ti eesh.
Lituya Bay Pipe
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Art and Artists
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A carved wooden pipe with a design of a frog and wolf with symbolic representations of Lituya Bay.
Raven and Sculpin Panel
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Hoonah Community Members
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Art and Artists
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A carved panel in yellow cedar and painted and painted by Hoonah artist Lincoln Wallace Lincoln was a member of the T’akdeintaan clan and his Tlingit name was Keel ti eesh.