Monthly Archives: December 2013

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30 December 2013; John Blackfeather Interview

The museum has had the pleasure of being able to connect with some truly fantastic people. John Blackfeather has been a long-time friend of the museum and has often participated in the annual Journey Home events. We are delighted to share this article featuring an interview with John.  Please follow […]

16 December 2013; Kachina Identification

There are more than 300 different Kachinas! Figuring out a specific Kachina can be very difficult, particularly if the Kachina is not signed on the bottom. Even if the Kachina is signed, each carver puts his own personal touch on his work, making the process of figuring out the Kachina […]

09 December 2013; Seasons Of Change

As part of our new “Seasons of Change” exhibit, we have a Web Of Life section were we discuss how we are all connected to our environment. Included in this exhibit is a sheet for our visitors to add any suggestions to help save our environment. We will occasionally be […]

Museum Receives Unusual Artifact

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2013                                          MUSEUM RECEIVES UNUSUAL ARTIFACT                 Frisco: While visiting the Outer Banks this summer, Rick and Betty Shafer from Hiller, Pennsylvania had a touch of intrigue when they took a beach walk in the Rodanthe area.   Near the shoreline,  feeling a small “lump” under […]

2 December 2013; Inuit Ice Fishing Doll

In the harsh winter months of the north west, water sources freeze solid. Most of us would consider it impossible to fish in this harsh environment. The Intuit never let this “complication” hinder them. They still had to provide food for their families. The doll featured here shows an Inuit […]