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Sitka ‘Indian Village’ recognized as endangered historic place

Sitka ‘Indian Village’ recognized as endangered historic place

by Meredith Redick | Apr 30, 2024 | ,

Sitka’s "Indian Village" was once home to over forty Lingít clan houses. Today, only eight of those are still standing, and even fewer serve as active clan houses. Now, the area has been recognized as one of 11 endangered historic places in the US. Organizers are hoping that the attention will inspire efforts to creatively conserve – and rebuild – a cultural hub that has fallen into disrepair. Read More
Point House repatriation in Sitka marks new chapter for Kiks.ádi Clan

Point House repatriation in Sitka marks new chapter for Kiks.ádi Clan

by Tash Kimmell | Aug 31, 2022 | ,

It’s not an uncommon story for cultural artifacts, or tribal property  to go missing or fall into the wrong hands. A less common story? For those objects to be returned. In Sitka this July , a Kik.sadi clan house was repatriated  after nearly 20 years in the possession of another clan. Its new legal owner, Jerrick Hope-Lang,  hopes the historic exchange will spur a greater conversation about repatriation Read More
After 75 years, family keeps Sitka Sentinel running

After 75 years, family keeps Sitka Sentinel running

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Apr 27, 2015 | ,

The Sitka Sentinel celebrated its 75th anniversary last year without much fanfare. As many newspapers in big cities have folded or turned into online only operations, the Sentinel has continued publishing five issues a week. The paper is owned and edited by Thad and Sandy Poulson, journalist who arrived in 1969 and are determined to keep the press running. Read More
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