Tsimshianic Collection

Exhibit Tsimshianic masks Masks were worn by participants in Tsimshianic ceremonies. Exhibit Wood, horn and bone The careful decoration of both everyday and ceremonial objects was characteristic of all the Northwest Coast tribes. Exhibit Tools and weapons The elements displayed here represent some of the major economic activities of the Tsimshianic. Exhibit Musical instruments Songs were an intrinsic part of all ceremonies. Exhibit Bark technique Cedarbark was used for clothing, mats, bags, baskets, large ceremonial rings, and a variety of other purposes. Exhibit Shamanistic regalia Shamans were individuals who could control supernatural power. Exhibit Ceremonial clothing Most of the clothing and some of the ornaments displayed here were for ceremonies. Exhibit Tsimshianic warfare The Tsimshianic waged war to acquire slaves or avenge a wrong.