We’re thrilled to invite you to this significant painting experience with formline artist and Tlingit tribal member, Wéidaaká Yóodóohaa (Bill Pfeifer, Jr.). This hands-on painting experience invites you to explore the artistry and deep cultural meaning behind a Tlingit ceremonial paddle (axáa), a tradition rooted in the coastal communities of Southeast Alaska.
-Throughout the experience you will enjoy a savory array of hors d'oeuvres that blend traditional Tlingit flavors with modern twists (Included)
-Dance Paddle Size: 24" long, 4" wide, 3/4" thick
-Don’t worry if you’re a beginner—no painting experience is necessary!
ABOUT THE DANCE PADDLE IN TLINGIT CULTURE:
For the Tlingit people, paddles are much more than tools for travel—they are symbols of connection, identity, and storytelling. Living along the coastline,
Tlingit families traveled to hunting and fishing areas using canoes propelled by paddles.
These paddles, like the Tlingit canoes, came in various shapes and sizes, each suited to different types of canoes and purposes.
Traditionally, paddles were crafted from yellow cedar, a wood prized for its durability and beauty. Sometimes, red cedar was traded from neighboring Haida communities for special projects.
