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Area History

Kiatagmuit Eskimos originally lived on the north bank of the Kvichak River in the village of Kaskanak, and used Igiugig as a summer fish camp. At the turn of the century, these people moved upriver to the present site of Igiugig. ...

 

Meet the Elders

Our elders are the culture bearers for the younger generations, adults, adolescents, children, and tots alike. They are our foundation, our source of cultural and historical knowledge, for what we are, and what we will become. Through their help, we’ve learned the art of s...

 

Our Culture

Igiugig has cultural influences from our elders, and the ever-changing world we are in today. Dances, traditions, and stories have been collected and documented to further our knowledge of our history. ...

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Summer 2005 Community PicnicBeing home to sixty-four people, Igiugig is a community with strong educational values, elder respect, and people with strong wills. Igiugig is focused on propelling forward: school children are encouraged to do their very best and to continue their education beyond high school; the village council has projects of high status, such as the in-progress green house. Located on the sloping banks of the Kvichak River, Igiugig is a prime site for subsistence fishing and hunting, tourism, and travel. Splitting fish and trapping are two favorites of Igiugig elders and young’uns alike.

Cultural values are engraved in the minds of the young generations, it is important to us that our history, our dances and stories, our traditions, are learned and passed down, for the next wave of descendants. Community involvement is not an issue when it comes to Igiugig. Recycling events, school fundraisers, church services, and village barbeques (just to name a few) are attended by all.

 

 

Keep Igiugig Beautiful

Remember to REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE... Please help keep Igiugig Beautiful 
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