Cool Off & Continue Your Exploration of Alaska Through the Voices of Alaska Native Storytellers

Inspired by the themes of Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure, this special day showcases four short films by
Princess Daazhraii Johnson (Neets’aii Gwich’in) and offers additional perspectives on Alaska Native cultures, communities, and traditions.

Featured Screenings in Harnett Theater

Between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Shaaghan Neekwaii (Two Old Women), Gath & K’iyh: Listen to Heal, Diiyeghan Naii Taii Tr’eedaa (We Will Walk the Trail of Our Ancestors), and This Is a Story About Salmon will play on a continuous loop in the Museum’s Harnett Theater.

Shaaghan Neekwaii (Two Old Women)
Run Time: 14 min
During a harsh Alaska winter, two abandoned elderly women decide whether they will try to survive or resign themselves to death.
Gath & K'iyh: Listen to Heal
Run Time: 9 min
In Alaska, artists and musicians gather in a critical moment of collective healing and radical
hope for the future.
Diiyeghan Naii Taii Tr'eedaa (We Will Walk the Trail of Our Ancestors)
Run Time: 6 min
A grandfather teaches his granddaughter Alisha, a young Gwich’in mother, how reciprocity is embedded in all aspects of life.
This Is a Story About Salmon
Run Time: 6 min
The clock is ticking as an Alaskan Native subsistence community advocates for the salmon and the future of their people.

Q&A with Film Contributor Sydney Isaacs-Hulstine

Starting at 11 a.m., Heard Museum Chief Programming & Engagement Officer Patty Talahongva (Hopi) will moderate a discussion and audience Q&A with Sydney Isaacs-Hulstine (Tlingit), who worked on Shaaghan Neekwaii (Two Old Women). Together, they’ll explore the creative process, storytelling and answer audience questions.

Event Schedule

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Running on a continuous loop in Harnett Theater:
• Shaaghan Neekwaii (Two Old Women)
• Gath & K’iyh: Listen to Heal
• Diiyeghan Naii Taii Tr’eedaa (We Will Walk the Trail of Our Ancestors)
• This Is a Story About Salmon

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Crossroads Gallery
Q&A session with special guest and film contributor Sydney Isaacs-Hulstine (Tlingit) and moderated Heard Museum Chief Programming & Engagement Officer Patty Talahongva (Hopi)

 

While you’re here, head to the Café and Cantina for a menu inspired by the north, featuring items like blueberry milk, smoked salmon, Alaska fish & chip, and more.

Special thanks to Princess Daazhraii Johnson (Neets’aii Gwich’in) for sharing these films with the Heard Museum community.

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