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Potlatch Totem Park is one of two parks that celebrate and preserve the ancient native craft of Native American totem poles. Located ten miles north of Ketchikan, the privately-owned Potlatch Totem Park is located next to the Totem Bight State Historical Park and features several clan houses with fascinating exhibits and historical dioramas showcasing the livelihoods of local tribes through the 1800s. Intricate hand-carvings illustrate the way tribes lived in a communal setting, and a totem carving shed displays resident carvers practicing the ancient art of crafting totem poles. Visitors can watch the master craftsmen at work and learn how they transform massive cedar logs into beautifully carved, stacked family histories. The park features several totem poles, the tallest of which stands at the height of 42 feet, and information boards provide information about the culture and heritage of the Tlingit tribe.
9883 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901, Phone: 907-247-8574
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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