How pre-Soviet Siberian artifacts help preserve a living culture today
In short: Join curator Laurel Kendall to explore the Jesup North Pacific Expedition, one of history's most significant anthropological missions. This video goes behind the scenes at the American Museum of Natural History to show how century-old Siberian shamanic collections remain vital to understanding and preserving living traditions.
The Jesup North Pacific Expedition stands as one of the largest anthropology projects ever conducted. By examining the Museum's extensive pre-Soviet collections, researchers are uncovering new insights into the lives and practices of Siberian shamans.
The video highlights the work of conservators in the Division of Anthropology’s Objects Conservation Laboratory, demonstrating how these historical artifacts serve as more than just relics. These items are essential tools for maintaining cultural continuity, proving that even artifacts collected over a century ago continue to inform modern scientific and cultural understanding.
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