Cultural objects exhibited here are examples of tools and clothing used throughout the northern regions. 

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The tools here are examples that are basic to life in a harsh environment; the lines made of walrus hide, the knives and “bear paw” snowshoes are all used in hunting and fishing. The mukluks represent clothing still used today.

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Baskets were used in traditional northern native cultures for utilitarian purposes. Currently baskets, using traditional materials and techniques are made for museums and collectors. 

 

Evelyn Douglas, a Yupik artist from Hooper Bay Alaska, made the two baskets in this collection. She is recognized as a master of techniques and unique patterns, as illustrated by these tightly woven baskets. They are made of  sea-ryegrass from the marshy plain in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.

 

The village of Hooper Bay is noted for these coiled-grass baskets.