Dwellings & Architecture

Presents results from excavation of semi-subterranean dwellings and tent emplacements.

Civil Engineering Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Manitoba, 2004

Studies four films to compare practices used to preserve Inuit architectural knowledge: Qallunajatut/Urban Inuk; episode 3 from Nunavut/Our Land series, Qarmaq/Stone House, and Qaggiq/Gathering Place .

Anthropology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Arizona, 1977.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he tells the story of the origin of the first Holy Lodge. (A continuation from AA.027) He also tells of the modifications to the Holy Lodge ceremony, the origins of the Group Smoking ceremony and gives the story of Po-Po who foresaw the death of a young man at a Holy Lodge.Note: Dave Melting Tallow, interpreter. Joanne Greenwood, transcriber.

Consists of a description of a contemporary Sundance.

Anthropology and Archaeology Thesis (M.A.)--Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2008.

Investigates construction of these dwellings and how social relations influence their design.

Original published in series: Archives of the International Folklore Association, Vol. II

Book review of: Thatched Roofs and Open Sides by Carol Dilley.

Black and white photograph of Prince Albert photographer Theodore Charmbury visiting indigenous friends at reserve. Tipi in background. His two friends have bikes.

Report includes the following papers: Report of the Director by J. W. Powell Prehistoric Textile Art of Eastern United States by William Henry Holmes Stone Art by Gerard Fowke Aboriginal Remains in Verde Valley, Arizona by Cosmos Mindeleff Omaha Dwellings, Furniture, and Implements by James Owen Dorsey Casa Grande Ruin by Cosmos Mindeleff Outlines of Zuñi Creation Myths by Frank Hamilton Cushing

He talks about traditional lifestyle while growing up in northern Saskatchewan and compares life today with life when he was a child.

Authors describe their process of decolonizing their research practice in British Columbia over an extended period of time. Highlights the need for researchers to develop collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Describes excavations of winter dwellings that could house up to 40 people and theorizes the origin of this type of architecture.

Book review of: Thule Pioneers edited by E. Bielawski, Carolynn Kobelka, and Robert R. Janes.

Consists of an interview about the tipis of the Blood Indians; hide preparation, cutting of poles, erection, decoration, furnishing. Also includes some information on transportation by horse and travois.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he gives a brief description of tipi construction.

Describes various tipi designs and tells the story of how the Blood got tipis.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he describes the transfer of tipis and the various tipi designs.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he discusses the transfer of various ceremonial objects.

Book review of: Tipi--Heritage of the Great Plains edited by Nancy B. Rosoff and Susan Kennedy Zeller.

Briefly describes the only known example and how each item was used.

Looks at the patterns and structures of the Crow Indians and compares them to the lodges of other tribes.

History Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2016.

Guide book to accompany exhibit. Link to Exhibit.

Describing poverty on the Indian reserves, and problems with Indian agents.

Description of four Palaeo-Eskimo sites with an emphasis on architectural characteristics.

Tuktu, a fictional elder, recalls the Inuits' strength in hunting and other activities including the drum dance. Duration: 14:18.

Landscape Architecture Thesis (M.L.Arch.)--University of British Columbia, 2006.

A photograph of two me in front of teepee identified as (l-r) Bert Hutton and Herman Garvin. There is a small log cabin in the background. Taken on the Red Earth Reserve around 1950.

Historical note:

A genealogical chart of the Garvin Family can be seen on p. 128 of Red Earth Crees by David Meyer.

Compares two dwelling sites for seasonality, function and chronology.

Discusses the process of excavating a site on Qikertaaluk Island containing Pre-Dorset tent rings and speculates on the possible function of the associated row of stones.

Examines the practice of using driftwood in the construction of stilt housing.

Looks at the causes of geographical and temporal variation in the architectural remains of Palaeo-Eskimo occupation in the High Arctic.

Archaeology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Calgary, 1997.

Presents data from excavations on pit houses by archaeology students attending an Arizona State University field camp.

Book includes illustrations and his observations during travels in 19th century; an 1846 census is included.

Discusses issues which arose during construction of the replica, as well as those that have developed over its use, identity and value as a cultural building.

Forms part of Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History, v. 19 (p. 1-33, 4 plates).

Discussion of Cardinal's architectural career.

Geography Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of British Columbia, 2005.

Architecture Thesis (M.A.)--University of Waterloo, 2011.