How do I find my Tlingit and Haida enrollment number?

7359 or 907.463. 7359, or download it from our website: www.ccthita-nsn.gov/services/enrollment/overview.

Is Tlingit a federally recognized tribe?

Since 1935 the Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (CCTHITA) has been a federally-recognized regional tribe, and is one of only two regional tribes in Alaska. A president and six-person executive council govern the tribe.

What type of government did the Tlingit have?

The Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska (Tlingit & Haida) is a tribal government representing over 33,000 Tlingit and Haida Indians worldwide.

How long has the Tlingit tribe been around?

Human culture with elements related to the Tlingit originated around 10,000 years ago near the mouths of the Skeena and Nass Rivers. The historic Tlingit’s first contact with Europeans came in 1741 with Russian explorers. Spanish explorers followed in 1775.

Is Tlingit and Haida a federally recognized tribe?

Tlingit & Haida is only one of two federally recognized regional tribes in Alaska.

What is the difference between Haida and Tlingit?

The Haida (HIGH-duh) live on Prince of Wales Island as well as on Haida Gwaii in Canada. The Tlingit (CLINK-it) live throughout all of Southeast Alaska. The Tsimshian (SIM-shee-ann) people live primarily in Metlakatla, Alaska’s only reservation, and British Columbia, Canada.

Did the Tlingit farm?

Tlingit women gathered plants and herbs and did most of the child care and cooking. Men were fishermen and hunters and sometimes went to war to protect their families.

What is Tlingit potlatch?

The word “potlatch” means “to give” from the Chinook jargin on the Columbian River. For many Northwest Coast Native peoples, includng the Tlingit people, potlatches (ku. éex’) were an immensely important occasion featuring speeches, dancing, singing, feasting, and the lavish distribution of property.

How were Tlingit leaders chosen?

His physical condition, personal attributes, character and social standing were among the criteria considered in the selection of a clan leader. He was expected to be exemplary in all aspects of Tlingit life.