During the 1920's, many of the original totem poles in Kake were burned. After many years of not having totem poles, the residents of Kake, Alaska organized to acquire and place a 132-foot pole in the town. Alaska Indian Arts, Inc. of Haines,...
Title from image caption Large group of men and women of the Moose, many in costume, standing under American flag and sign reading, "Long Lodge 1428, Poorman Branch"
Title from image caption Large group of people, some in costume, pose for photograph in front of bunting and American flag; signs held by people on far right advocate women's rights
These are the Chilkat Dancers from Haines or Port Chilkoot as it was called at the time. The man using the drum on the far left is Carl Heinmiller. Identification courtesy of Blythe Carter, Sheldon Museum & Cultural Center.