A Pacific Northwest totem pole is a tall, carved wooden structure created by Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast, particularly the Coast Salish, Haida, Tlingit, and Kwakwaka'wakw nations. These poles often feature intricate designs that represent clan lineage, cultural stories, and spiritual beliefs, with each figure symbolizing different attributes, animals, or ancestors. Traditionally, totem poles were used for various purposes, including marking territory, commemorating events, or serving as memorials. They are an important expression of Indigenous identity and artistry, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.
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An eagle is usually the animal that is on top of a Pacific Northwest totem pole. Totem poles have different figures such as legendary ancestors, animals and mythological beast carved into them that are called crests.
For a totem pole to be sanctioned, it must be:made by a trained Northwest Pacific Coast native person, or in rare cases, a non-Native apprentice who is approved by a Northwest Pacific Coast Tribe from southeastern Alaska, coastal British Columbia or northern Washington stateraised and "blessed" by Northwest Coast natives or elders who are part of the totem pole tradition
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The group who used the totem pole and the clan system were the Northwest Coast Natives!
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the totem pole is a long pole witch is used to promote peace and health A potlatch is a gift-giving feast practiced by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast of Canada and the United States, among whom it is traditionally the primary economic system. Wikipedia
the totem pole is a long pole witch is used to promote peace and health A potlatch is a gift-giving feast practiced by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast of Canada and the United States, among whom it is traditionally the primary economic system. Wikipedia
the totem pole is a long pole witch is used to promote peace and health A potlatch is a gift-giving feast practiced by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast of Canada and the United States, among whom it is traditionally the primary economic system. Wikipedia
the totem pole is a long pole witch is used to promote peace and health A potlatch is a gift-giving feast practiced by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast of Canada and the United States, among whom it is traditionally the primary economic system. Wikipedia