Alaska Native Arts and Culture

The show is part of the annual Arctic Encounters Summit and transformed the Anchorage Museum into a runway, showcasing Indigenous artists, designers and models.

Norma Ballot was one of the sign’s designers.“The old sign? It needed help,” said Norma Ballot, one of the sign’s designers. “The old sign looked too much federal-y style.”

As part of the WEIO pageant, Madison showcased her traditional Iñupiaq dancing, while drummers played along.

The Uuktuun Iñupiatun 2020 language survey is being conducted by a group of grassroots organizers called Kipiġniuqtit Iñupiurallanikun, or “Speaking our Language, We are Passionate,” which represents the Northwest Arctic, North Slope and Bering Straits regions, as well as Iñupiat living in other areas.

Kotzebue’s annual Lovie Harris Beauty Contest allows parents to announce their newborns and toddlers to the community while showcasing craft, culture and creativity.

. Managing Editor Mark Trahant says that despite efforts in the past to diversify journalism in the country, other news organizations weren’t keeping pace with the country’s demographics. He says Indian Country Today is a step in that direction.