March 23, 2022

Chilkoot Indian Association launches traditional arts apprenticeship program

The Chilkoot Indian Association launched a traditional Lingít arts apprenticeship program. The year-long initiative will pair artist mentors with apprentices to develop traditional skills – and foster vital cultural and traditional knowledge of the Chilkat Valley.
The first cohort of the Chilkoot Indian Associations traditional arts apprenticeship program began earlier this month, and focused on Chilkat weaving and silver carving.
Chilkoot Indian Association tribal administrator Harriet Brouille...