A Journey to What Matters Project Homer, Alaska Native Arts Workshops Story by Scott Bartlett Between January and August 2023, Homer Council on the Arts presented a series of workshops with two amazing artists through The CIRI Foundation’s “Journey to What Matters” program. June Pardue and Nikki Corbett shared not only their artistic skills, but … Read more
An Alaska Native Art Writing Initiative Project funded through A Journey to What Matters Storyknife Writers Retreat Story & Photo by Laureli Ivanoff Oftentimes I can sit at my kitchen counter and write a column while my husband and young son put together Lego train sets in the living room. However, I’ve learned that in … Read more
An Alaska Native Cultural Heritage and Artistic Sovereignty in Museums Project funded through A Journey to What Matters Museums Alaska-Visiting the Alaska State Museum Story & Photo by Raktenga Elaine Kingeekuk It was great to visit the Alaska State Museum in Juneau this June and July. While there, I was able to visit the exhibition Visceral: … Read more
An Alaska Native Cultural Heritage and Artistic Sovereignty in Museums Project funded through A Journey to What Matters New Bedford Whaling Museum Partnership Native maker once known (possibly Netsilingmiut), Carving with hunting scenes of umiaks, whaleboats with sails, a schooner, and a dog sled, c. 1850-1900. Walrus tusk, 9 1/8 inches long, NBWM 00.200.260. Angokwazhuk … Read more
An Alaska Native Cultural Heritage and Artistic Sovereignty in Museums Project funded through A Journey to What Matters Museums Alaska-Alaska Native Heritage Center Story & Photo by Nikki Corbett To say that I am grateful is an understatement. I feel very fortunate to have been able to see a portion of the amazing Yup’ik collection … Read more
Alaska Native Artist Gathering Story & Photo by Nicholas Galanin In May 2023, the Alaska Native Artist Gathering took place, organized by the Alaska Arts & Culture Foundation and the Alaska State Council on the Arts. This event celebrated the rich artistry of Alaska Native communities and fostered meaningful discussions around their contributions to art … Read more
An Alaska Native Cultural Heritage and Artistic Sovereignty in Museums Project funded through A Journey to What Matters Museums Alaska-Anchorage Museum Story & Photo by Golga Oscar The Access to Alaska Native Collections grant allowed me to peruse the Yup’ik archive collections at the Anchorage Museum. This opportunity opened many doors to finding my passion … Read more
2023 Graduate ARTShop Squirrel Material Traditions This program is a collaboration between The CIRI Foundation, Bunnell Street Arts Center and the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Established in 2016, ARTShops support emerging Alaska Native arts leaders to develop their skills in leading community-based arts programs. Pictured are Elena Yohak Nayakcuk, Mary 0 Jones Unganer and Katherine Olick Nanurqalria … Read more
TCF & NYO: Strong Support for Alaska Native Youth Photo Courtesy of CITC The 2023 Senior Native Youth Olympic (NYO) Games are a wrap, and TCF – a long-time sponsor – couldn’t be prouder of these young athletes in grades 7-12. Held from April 20 to 22 at the Alaska Airlines Center on the UAA … Read more
An Alaska Native Cultural Heritage and Artistic Sovereignty in Museums Project funded through A Journey to What Matters Alġaaniqsaq and time with my Ancestors things Story & Photo by Erin Ggaadimits Ivalu Gingrich As a visual artist and a current graduate student entering my second year, the time that I commit to research is vital. As … Read more
