Our History and Culture

Traditional Inuvialuit clothing provided more than just protection from the elements. The shapes and decorative elements of garments revealed gender and social identity, and provided connections to the spiritual world.

More about our history

Featured Artist

Bambi Amos is from the Inuvialuit Settlement Region. Driven by her passion and grounded by her roots as an Inuvialuk woman, Bambi plans to continue learning and sharing traditional knowledge by creating artwork for all to enjoy. She is passionate about passing on traditions and shares that by teaching others in workshops and sewing circles. As a full-time artist, a lot of Bambi's time is spent on the land where she feels that connection to the Earth and her ancestors which inspires her work today. Her artwork can be found on Bambi’s Instagram and Facebook pages @BambisTraditionalArts.