78th Annual Chief Seattle Days
Date1989
Maker
Peggy Ahvakana (now Peg Deam)
American, Suquamish, born 1948
Label TextThe varied images seen here refer to the continuing strength of the Suquamish tribe. Canoes reference the revival of canoe-building and mark the first year of tribal canoe gatherings in 1989. A detail of Joe Hillaire's Land and Sky totem pole suggests strength in the arts. Portraying shamans engaged in "lifting the daylight" with their poles refers to sacred practices, as does the dancer in ceremonial attire. The inter-cultural aspect of Chief Seattle Days is demonstrated in the powwow shawl dancer, a tradition from the plains and plateau, but honored by coastal tribes.
Object number2009.5.16
Photo CreditPhoto: Elizabeth Mann
Credit LineGift of Simon Ottenberg
Dimensions12 x 18 1/2 in. (30.5 x 47 cm)
MediumPoster
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