Mukluk Collection

ALASKA: ESKIMO CHILD. Eskimo child dressed in traditional fur clothing, Nome, Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

ESKIMO MOTHER AND BABIES. An Inuit mother breast-feeding her two babies, North America. Photograph, c1904

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. A group of six Eskimo men posing in the snow in traditional fur clothing, Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. Two young Eskimo boys dressed in traditional fur clothing, Nome, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO WOMAN. Eskimo woman identified as Newarluk, dressed in traditional clothing, Nome, Alaska. Photographed by the Loman Brothers, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO GIRL. A young Eskimo girl in traditional fur clothing, Nome, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS, c1916. A group of Eskimo men outside of a building, Kivalina, Alaska. Photograph, c1916

ESKIMO DRUMMER, c1931. An Eskimo drummer with his drum. Photograph, c1931

ALASKA: WOMEN. Two Eskimo women sitting outside making mukluks, soft boots made of reindeer skin or sealskin, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: SEAL HUNTER. An Eskimo seal hunter on snowshoes in Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. Two Eskimo men with a reindeer that dropped its horns, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ICE FISHING. An Eskimo man ice fishing in Nome, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. An Eskimo mother standing outside, holding her child on her shoulder, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO FAMILY. An woman identified as Reindeer Mary seated next to her husband, and three other women (the younger two women probably her daughters), Alaska. Photograph, early 20th cenury

CANADA: ESKIMOS. An Eskimo mother standing outside with her young daughter and carrying another child on her back, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO MAN. An Eskimo man standing on a commercial street in Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. Eskimo father and daughter, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. Five members of the Eskimo town council in Kivalina, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO CHILDREN. Three Eskimo children sitting side by side, Nome, Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

ALASKA: SEWARD. Two young children dressed in Eskimo clothing. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. A group of Eskimos, probably a family comprising the mother, father, three children, and another man, Nome, Alaska

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. A group of Eskimos standing on a dock, Nome, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

ALASKA: ESKIMO FAMILY. An Eskimo family wearing traditional fur clothing, seated inside their home made of logs, Alaska. Photographed by Frank E. Kleinschmidt, November 1924

ESKIMO AND PHONOGRAPH. An Eskimo man sitting among furs listening to the phonograph, probably originally photographed during the filming of Robert J. Flahertys 1922 movie Nanook of the North

ALASKA: ESKIMOS, c1929. Four Eskimo children sitting on the edge of cliff, dressed in holiday costume, Nunivak, Alaska. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, c1929

SEATTLE: ESKIMO FAMILY. An Eskimo family from Labrador, Canada, at the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (A.Y.P.E.) in Seattle, Washington. Photograph, October 1909

ALASKA: ESKIMOS, c1916. A group of Eskimos modeling their reindeer skin clothing in a contest, Alaska. Photograph, c1916

ALASKA: ESKIMOS. A group of Eskimos from Port Clarence, Alaska, brought to the United States by the Reindeer Commission, Bureau of Ethnology, in 1894. Photograph, late 19th century

ALASKA: MOTHER AND CHILD. Eskimo mother and her child whom she is carrying on her back, Alaska. Photograph, c1916

ESKIMO GIRL. Eskimo girl wearing traditional clothing. Photograph, late 19th or early 20th century

ESKIMO WOMAN. Eskimo woman wearing traditional clothing, holding a rifle and standing in front of a tent next to a packed sled. Photograph, late 19th or early 20th century

WORLDs FAIR: ESKIMOS. An Eskimo woman and her two children participating in an exhibit at the Worlds Fair in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A. Stereograph, c1905

WORLDs FAIR: ESKIMOS. An exhibit depicting a typical scene in an Eskimo village with the family sitting outside their tent, Worlds Fair, St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A. Stereograph, c1904

WORLDs FAIR: ESKIMOS. A woman dressed as an Eskimo standing next to a young Eskimo boy, part of an exhibition at the Worlds Fair in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A. Stereograph, c1904

WORLDs FAIR: ESKIMOS. An Eskimo woman and a young boy sitting outside of an exact reproduction of their igloo, with two Eskimo men in the background, Worlds Fair, St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A

ESKIMO COSTUME, c1919. A person in a traditional Eskimo costume, seen from the rear. Photograph, c1919

SIBERIA: ESKIMOS, c1897. A group of Eskimo school children posing in front of the building in South Head, Siberia. Photograph, c1897

ALASKA: ESKIMO HUT, c1916. A view of the interior of an Eskimo hut in Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, c1916

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"Mukluk: A Glimpse into the Rich Eskimo Culture of Alaska" Step into the enchanting world of Alaska's Eskimos, where tradition and heritage are woven into every aspect of their lives. In Nome, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of this icy wonderland, an Eskimo child dressed in traditional fur clothing captures our attention. Their adorable innocence is a testament to the resilience and beauty that thrives in these harsh conditions. Moving further north, we encounter an awe-inspiring sight - an Inuit mother tenderly breastfeeding her two babies. This intimate moment showcases the deep bond between mother and child, symbolizing love's warmth amidst freezing temperatures. As we journey through time, we stumble upon two young Eskimo boys donning traditional fur attire. Their vibrant spirits mirror the colorful culture they belong to - one that celebrates nature's gifts while embracing its challenges with unwavering strength. A group of six Eskimo men proudly pose against a snowy backdrop wearing their ancestral fur clothing. These brave souls embody centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation, reminding us of their enduring connection to this land. Newarluk stands before us as an embodiment of grace and elegance draped in her exquisite traditional garments. Her presence radiates pride for her heritage while showcasing the intricate craftsmanship behind each stitch. In Nome once again, a young Eskimo girl steals our hearts with her infectious smile as she adorns herself in timeless fur clothing. She represents hope for future generations who will carry forward these invaluable customs with reverence and admiration. Kivalina reveals another glimpse into everyday life as a group of Eskimo men gather outside a building - laughter echoing through crisp air bonds them together like family ties strengthened by shared experiences. The rhythmic beats reverberate across time as an Eskimo drummer captivates us with his ancient instrument. His music transcends language barriers and transports us back to simpler times when storytelling was an art form.