Hazelton

An Aboriginal man and woman posing for camera in western clothing. Most likely at Hazelton, BC.

Historical note:

On information card: Photograph of historic value taken by one of the first cameras in the Territory [NWT].

On information card: "The City of the Dead" / The Getikshan Indians built houses over graves, in which are placed the possessions of the dead. Hazelton, BC.

On information card: "the City of the Dead" - The Getikshan Indians built houses over graves, in which are placed the possessions of the dead. Close up of one house; Hazelton, BC.

Informational publication on the progress of the Church of England's missionary work in Canada. Includes a map of the Diocese of Caledonia and some scenic images of the Diocese. Includes images of churches and various group photos.

Historical note:

In 1955 the Church of England in Canada became the Anglican Church of Canada.

A female elder of the Getikshan tribe posing for camera in traditional clothing. Hazelton, BC.

A male elder of the Getikshan tribe in ceremonial clothing. Hazelton, BC.

A male member of the Getikshan tribe in ceremonial clothing. Hazelton, BC.

Photograph of buildings located in Hazelton, BC taken by a former missionary.

Carved [bear] gravestone over an Indian grave; gravestone in English.

Gravestone with head and torso of a man and other decorations marking a Indian grave. Hazelton, BC.

View of home located in Hazelton, BC.

Group of four totem poles; summer scene.