*** About Totem Poles: Totem poles, primarily found along the Northwest Pacific Coast, are monumental sculptures carved from large trees by indigenous peoples, including the First Nations in British Columbia. These striking figures serve not only as artistic expressions but also as documents of family lineage, rights, privileges, and social rank within the tribe. Each figure on the pole represents part of a story or a tribal myth, making these poles deeply significant in the cultural narratives of the communities that create them.

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