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The immensity and beauty of Alaska would not have been possible
without geological developments that began nearly 200 million
years ago. The series of plate tectonic maps in this gallery show
the reconstruction of Alaska's geologic history.
Raven Flood Totem Pole |
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The Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people harvest salmon as well
as marine and land animals such as seals, whales, halibut, black
bears, ducks, and geese. Today, commercial salmon fishing is one
of the state's major industries. The king salmon models on exhibit
show the typical life cycle, from fertilized egg to spawning adult,
for all salmon species found in Alaska.
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The potlatch exhibit represents a social and ceremonial event
of unparalleled importance to the Southeast people. The clothing
on exhibit is decorated with trade beads or buttons sewn into
clan designs, such as ravens, bears, orca whales, or other animals.
Southeast Alaskan garments |
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