Articles related to "Totem Pole"The totem pole is one of the most recognizable symbols of Native American life, even though it was only a facet of one geographic region.
Native to Alaska, British Columbia, and Washington, totem poles had many purposes, the most important of which was to record the stories of the tribes that raised them.
New Ways of Seeing with the help of Traditional of Totem Poles.
The Northwest Coastal Native American tribes are famous for the totem poles they created. In this Ketchikan museum, totems preserved from the 19th century are on display.
When the first Europeans landed along the coastline of present-day Alaska, British Columbia and Washington, they found a thriving Native American culture.
The plank house incorporates spiritual aspects into its architectural matrix.
Stanley Park is one of the most interesting and unique western Canadian landmarks, with a wide array of activities and places to visit, set in a beautiful location.
With the passing of Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, the world loses a gifted non-conformist and inherits a legacy of great modern architecture.
Parents, kids and teachers can find fun free printable Thanksgiving activities like crafts, crosswords, puzzles, word searches and November holiday coloring pages online.
Animal medicine may have served as pre-modern ways of practicing psychology.
Tribal masks and totem poles, dinosaur fossils, Pacific Rim ethnic art and 500 million years of Northwest geology fill public displays.
Located ten minutes from downtown Vancouver, through Stanley Park and over the Lion's Gate Bridge, the Capilano Suspension Bridge offers more than just a novelty bridge.
To learn about the aboriginal people of British Columbia, see aboriginal art work in downtown Vancouver and then head to Mission for First Nations history.
Because Pacific Northwest Native Americans enjoyed abundant resources, they were able to develop a rich culture, including a diverse body of art.
Stanley Park welcomes 8 million visitors per year and is regarded as Vancouver's outstanding attraction. It occupies a 1000-acre headland jutting into the Pacific Ocean.
With a base lodge at 7,200 feet, three of the peaks are over 9,400 feet high, the tallest 9,750 feet, providing more than 2,000 feet of vertical drop.
Cycling Vancouver's seawall and around Stanley Park is a popular way to enjoy the beautiful city of British Columbia.
The Aalsmeer flower auction is the ultimate place to see every conceivable flower under one roof.
Visit Alaska in August on Elderhostel's "Inside Passage Up Close" and round trip airfare is free from many cities. But guests must act fast because demand will be huge.
From the state that gave us everything from President Bill Clinton to Maya Angelou, just about anything is possible.
Win Willy, Quality Road, and Take the Points were the last dropouts from the Kentucky Derby line-up this week, leaving spots for Atomic Rain and Nowhere to Hide.
Exhibitions of devotional Renaissance art and provocative contemporary works in new AGO, redesigned by architect Frank Gehry
A miniature sweet gum ball snowman is a simple holiday design and a great craft for young artists eager to make their own Christmas ornaments.
Martin Scorsese's Movie Is a Tremendous Introduction to the Talents of not just the Director but His Most Reliable Actor: Robert De Niro.
Today most of us live in wood or brick homes with central heating and running water. In the early days in the New World, things were a bit different.
Having slightly matured in their sound, AAR's latest release is just as melodramatic as the rest of their music.
Vancouver is a multi-cultural city in British Columbia, Canada that will beguile with its diversity and attractions.
In the 1800s, the Creoles of New Orleans were composed of two groups, the Creoles and Afro-Creoles, who had different values, languages, occupations, and status of women.
Stamp collections worldwide will be enhanced with Vancouver 2010 first day covers as well as a batch of colorful stamps featuring 2010 Winter Olympic Sports and mascots.
An English feel pervades Victoria, British Columbia's charming capital, where gardens bloom year round and high tea remains a popular tradition.
Dresses and gowns worn by HM Queen Elizabeth II during royal tours are on view at Buckingham Palace. The display also includes over 100 gifts received during such visits.
The 2008 Greater Vancouver International Chinese Lantern Festival, with its scenes from Chinese history, science, folklore, mythology, and cartoons, is the oddest fluff.
Moab is central to exploring nearby Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. The nearby river recreation area, including Onion Creek, offers scenery rivaling the parks.
Kids and adults enjoy Whidbey Island's state parks, lakes, forts, lighthouses, small towns, ocean coves and farms. Family activities are offered from spring through fall.
BC's rich and varied First Nations cultures can be seen first-hand at many aboriginal owned and operated museums, villages and cultural centres throughout the province.
Geothermal activity, historical attractions and walking trails are just some of the free things to see and do when you visit Rotorua in New Zealand's North Island.
Paper clay is lightweight and lends itself to fragile flower forms. Once students get a feel for the clay, they can make dozens of roses for a classroom display.
Though John Muir was first frightened by starving Indians during his boyhood in Wisconsin, he grew to appreciate them in the California Sierra and even more so in Alaska.
It's always fun to travel and see new sights, but sometimes those sights are pretty pricey. Here are some cheap yet fun ways to spend your time in Victoria.
Located on the Arizona/Utah state border, Monument Valley encompasses the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park; discover Native American culture at a classic American icon.
Whether traveling with the family or exploring the city solo, this brief guide will help visitors get a start on their sightseeing.
Kasey Kahne didn’t entertain us with a rain dance, but it did rain at the perfect time for the Enumclaw, Washington native.
By questioning accepted scientific thought, Copernicus helped lay the foundation for the coming Scientific Revolution of the 18th Century.
Native cultures, outdoor activities, and colorful local history make Ketchikan a popular destination for cruise ship travelers and independent explorers.
Vancouver and surrounding areas of British Columbia offers tourists amazing sporting, cultural and city experiences while visiting BC for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Indigenous communities of the northeast constructed a multi-purpose dwelling that was used as a communal home as well as a community center.
A day trip to Stanley Park can mean visiting the Vancouver Aquarium, a trip to the farmyard, a round of golf, or dinner at a Stanley Park restaurant.
Dominic Savage delves behind the grim headlines to tell the story of three people all affected by the current banking crisis.
Wall, South Dakota is known for one thing . . .a free glass of ice water in a souvenir cup. Home of the Wall Drug Store, it is a must stop during a South Dakota vacation.
Vancouver has a fantastic selection of parks and gardens that are great for strolling and admiring stunning landscapes.
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