Long House Collection

Viking longhouse dating from the 10th century, archaeological site of Toftanes, village of Leirvik, Eysturoy Island, Faroe Islands (Faroes), Denmark, Europe

Viking longhouse dating from the 10th century, archaeological site of Toftanes, village of Leirvik, Eysturoy Island, Faroe Islands (Faroes), Denmark, Europe

Iban tribeswoman mending bamboo longhouse verandah floor, Lemanak River, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Remains of Viking longhouse at Underhoull, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Euorpe

Interior of a Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Interior of a long house or mana in the heiau (morai)
FLO4624572 Interior of a Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Interior of a long house or mana in the heiau (morai) at Waimea with carved representations of the gods

Asia, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Celebes, Tana Toraja, wooden mannequin dolls on the cliff face at the rock tombs in Lemo, with traditional tongkonana houses in the foreground

Bermuda, Saint George, typical architecture in historic town

Iban, long house, Lemanak River, Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

Micronesian long house, Caroline Islands (chromolitho)
1094459 Micronesian long house, Caroline Islands (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Micronesian long house, Caroline Islands)

Village of Nollok, Caroline Islands (chromolitho)
1094455 Village of Nollok, Caroline Islands (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village of Nollok, Caroline Islands)

Central Council House of the Iroquois, from Houses
PNP245697 Central Council House of the Iroquois, from Houses and House Life of the American Aborigines, 1881 (coloured engraving) by American School

Long House - Dyers - Amsterdam, 1889. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Long House - Dyers - Amsterdam, 1889

A Kalimantan native long house, Borneo, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey, edited by J A Hammerton

Native American longhouses on Manhattan Island
Manhattan Island when the first Europeans arrived. Hand colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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Native American longhouses on Manhattan Island before the arrival of Dutch settlers. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

MANHATTAN VILLAGE. Native American longhouses on Manhattan Island before the Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam (New York City). Colored engraving, 19th century

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Pomelock, a Native American village enclosed with palisades, Virginia /Carolina Colony, 1585. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a John White illustration

GULF COAST, c1720. Map of the northeast coast of the Gulf of Mexico, showing the Mississippi River and the city of New Orleans, Louisiana (left), Mobile Bay (center)

GULF COAST, c1720. Reversed version of a map of the northeast coast of the Gulf of Mexico, showing the Mississippi River and the city of New Orleans, Louisiana

WINNEBAGO MEDICINE MEN. Winnebago medicine men performing a dance inside a large tent. Steel engraving, c1855, after Seth Eastman

NEW NETHERLAND, 1635. Dutch engraved map, 1635, showing New Netherland, around the Noord (Hudson) River to just south of Cape Cod, and New England

IROQUOIS VILLAGE, 1664. Village life among the Iroquois Native Americans. Line engraving, French, 1664

MANHATTAN ISLAND, pre-1800. Wood engraving, 19th century

DE BRY: POMEIOOC VILLAGE. The Native American village of Pemeiooc, in modern-day North Carolina. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590

NATIVE AMERICANS: FLORIDA VILLAGE. Copper engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

POWHATAN (1547-1618). Native American Chief. Chief Powhatan in state. Line engraving from John Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

DE BRY: SECOTON VILLAGE. The Native American village of Secoton (North Carolina). Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, from Thomas Harriots New Found Land of Virginia

ALGONQUIAN VILLAGE, 1585. The Algonquian village of Pomeiooc (North Carolina). Color engraving by Theodor de Bry, 1590, after a painting, 1585, by John White

MINISINK VILLAGE, 1650s. A Minisink village, the typical village surroundings of the Iroquois: detail from Nicholas Visschers map of Novum Belgium, 1651-55

ALGONQUIAN VILLAGE, 1590. The Algonquian village of Secoton (in present day North Carolina) with cornfields at the right. Color engraving by Theodor de Bry, 1590, after John White

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Native American palisaded village, such as the one at Malvilla, Alabama, visited by De Soto in 1540. Hand-colored woodcut

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Medicine dance of Native Americans inside a longhouse. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of an illustration

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Iroquois longhouse. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Iban tribeswoman raking through drying rice crop on sacking laid on bamboo longhouse verandah, Lemanak River, Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Fascinating Long Houses of Different Cultures" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of long houses, iconic structures that have stood the test of time. From Viking longhouses dating back to the 10th century at the archaeological site of Toftanes, to Iban tribeswomen mending bamboo verandah floors along Lemanak River, these captivating dwellings offer a glimpse into diverse cultures. Discover remnants of Viking life as you explore Underhoull's remains, where a majestic longhouse once thrived. Picture yourself amidst lush greenery on Sarawak's Lemanak River in Borneo, Malaysia, where an impressive Iban longhouse stands tall. Marvel at its intricate design and learn about the vibrant traditions preserved within its walls. Venture further east to Sulawesi's Tana Toraja region in Indonesia and witness wooden mannequins adorning traditional longhouses. These sculptures serve as guardians and reminders of ancient customs passed down through generations. Travel across oceans to Micronesia's Caroline Islands and visit Nollok village with its charming long houses dotting the landscape. Imagine living among these close-knit communities that have thrived for centuries. Delve into Native American heritage by exploring Manhattan Island's native longhouses—an integral part of their culture before European colonization reshaped their way of life. Visualize bustling activities within these communal spaces that fostered unity amongst tribes. Finally, admire James Abbott McNeill Whistler’s artwork capturing Dyers' Long House in Amsterdam during 1889—a testament to how this architectural style transcends continents and inspires creativity even today. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time as we celebrate the enduring legacy of long houses from various corners of our world—each telling a unique story etched into history forevermore.