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Xunaa Shuka Hit

Glacier Bay NP, Alaska

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Xunaa Shuka Hit, also known as the Huna Tribal House, serves as a gathering place for the Huna Tlingit to celebrate and preserve their cultural heritage. Source: National Park Service

The building's design reflects traditional Tlingit architecture, featuring a large carved cedar entrance and interior beams adorned with clan symbols. Source: National Park Service

The cultural center is situated in Bartlett Cove, offering visitors a chance to explore both cultural and natural wonders. Source: National Park Service

The name translates to 'Huna Ancestors' House,' honoring the ancestral homeland of the Huna Tlingit people. Source: National Park Service

Visitors can experience traditional Tlingit storytelling, dance, and art demonstrations, fostering a deeper understanding of the culture. Source: National Park Service

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