The Tlingit Tribe were the dominent residents of the Sitka region before the occupation of the Russians. They were successful hunters and fisherman. They were accomplished artist as well.
They put up a fierce battle against the Russian invaiders but were eventually overtaken. This carving represents a "Holy Man (a Russian Bishop) with a gun!
Lou stands by a Totem Pole near the site where the battle for Sitka took place.
At the "Alaska Indian Cultural Center" Tlingit carvers, weavers and jewelry makers teach and display the ancient skills of their forefathers.
It is very inspirational to see the arts of the old culture being handed down to future generations.
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