‘The biggest one yet’ historic pole raising and potlatch in Old Masset, Haida Gwaii – Coastal First Nations
September 6, 2022
Renowned Haida artist and carver Kihlyaahda Christian White and his wife Candace Weir-White, their family and clan raised a pole in front of their Longhouse in Old Masset — conducting business, sharing culture and celebrating with hundreds of people for two days.
“This potlatch is to honour the children, the living Haida, to give them Haida names and make them proud of our culture,” says Christian standing in front of the pole as it receives final touches days before being raised.
“I believe we’re doing what we’re meant to be doing. Carving totem poles, having them raised, celebrating, reviving our culture, carrying on our traditions and enhancing them in this ceremonial way.”
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