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Reviving Tsimshian Weaving With Threads of Community

Last updated: February 2, 2025 1:42 pm
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The warm day in October 2023 in Shelton, Washington, set the stage for a transformative encounter between Ruth and her matriarch, Shu Gayna (Donna May Roberts). As they shared a meal of dried salmon dipped in kawtsi, Ruth experienced a profound connection to her roots through the taste of Sm’algyax words. This encounter marked the beginning of Ruth’s research journey to uncover the lost art of Chilkat weaving within her Tsimshian heritage.

Teedsa, Ruth’s teacher and guide, shared the story of how the Tsimshian people, faced with the challenges of colonization, made the difficult decision to release the practice of weaving Chilkat blankets in order to preserve their language and keep their children with their families. This decision led to a loss of ceremonial crafts among the Tsimshian people, while neighboring Haida and Tlingit artists continued to honor and preserve their traditions through generations.

Inspired by Teedsa’s story, Ruth embarked on a research journey to learn about Chilkat weaving and reconnect with her cultural heritage. She traveled to traditional Tsimshian territory, engaged with first-language Sm’algyax-speaking elders, and studied under renowned Chilkat weavers like Lii Aam Laxhuu Willie White. Through her dedication and perseverance, Ruth became the first Tsimshian weaver in the United States to hold the knowledge and skills to craft Chilkat dancing blankets.

As Ruth delved deeper into her research, she discovered the importance of honoring inherent rights to crest ownership and maintaining cultural protocols in weaving. She emphasized the significance of language in understanding and conveying the philosophies of her ancestors, highlighting the interconnectedness and reciprocal relationships embedded in Sm’algyax.

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Teedsa’s visit to Ruth’s home in Arizona further reinforced the importance of weaving in a good way and passing down ancestral knowledge to future generations. Ruth’s journey of learning, teaching, and giving back to her community exemplifies a commitment to preserving and reviving the art of Chilkat weaving within the Tsimshian culture.

In conclusion, Ruth’s research journey is a testament to the resilience and determination of Indigenous peoples to reclaim and revitalize their cultural heritage. By weaving in a good way and sharing their knowledge with others, they ensure that the legacy of their ancestors lives on in the hands of future generations.

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