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Joseph Hillaire (Lummi, 1894-1967) is recognized as one of the
great Coast Salish artists, carvers, and tradition-bearers of the
twentieth century. In "A Totem Pole History," his daughter Pauline
Hillaire, Scalla-Of the Killer Whale (b. 1929), who is herself a
well-known cultural historian and conservator, tells the story of
her father's life and the traditional and contemporary Lummi
narratives that influenced his work. "A Totem Pole History" contains seventy-six photographs,
including Joe's most significant totem poles, many of which Pauline
watched him carve. She conveys with great insight the stories,
teachings, and history expressed by her father's totem poles. Eight
contributors provide essays on Coast Salish art and carving, adding
to the author's portrayal of Joe's philosophy of art in Salish
life, particularly in the context of twentieth century
intercultural relations. This engaging volume provides an historical record to encourage
Native artists and brings the work of a respected Salish carver to
the attention of a broader audience.
Rights Remembered is a remarkable historical narrative and autobiography written by esteemed Lummi elder and culture bearer Pauline R. Hillaire, Scalla-Of the Killer Whale. A direct descendant of the immediate postcontact generation of Coast Salish in Washington State, Hillaire combines in her narrative life experiences, Lummi oral traditions preserved and passed on to her, and the written record of relationships between the United States and the indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast to tell the story of settlers, government officials, treaties, reservations, and the colonial relationship between Coast Salish and the white newcomers. Hillaire's autobiography, although written out of frustration with the status of Native peoples in America, is not an expression of anger but rather represents, in her own words, her hope "for greater justice for Indian people in America, and for reconciliation between Indian and non-Indian Americans, based on recognition of the truths of history." Addressed to indigenous and non-Native peoples alike, this is a thoughtful call for understanding and mutual respect between cultures.
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