Lillian Moore’s Letter Home From Alaska

In this video, we take a glimpse into the life of a prospector in 1898 through their letters and journals. These documents provide a snapshot of the hardships of traveling by horse and crossing the Valdez glacier. They form part of the historical record and give us insight into the challenges that people faced during this time period.

Workshop Info

In this professional development course, educators received comprehensive support to engage students in documentary filmmaking. Participants learned how to utilize primary sources from the Library of Congress and incorporated local resources such as Elder interviews, artifacts, photos, and documents. This training equipped teachers with the tools to create enriching, historically grounded educational experiences through the art of documentary filmmaking.

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Land Acknowledgement

This video was filmed on Alutiiq (Sugpiaq) Land. Learn more about land acknowledgements at native-land.ca.