*** About Totem Poles: Totem poles, originally created by the indigenous peoples from the Pacific Northwest coast of North America, are monumental sculptures carved from large trees, traditionally western red cedar. They serve as symbols for various Native American groups, predominantly in British Columbia and Alaska. These poles may depict or commemorate ancestry, histories, people, or events. Totem poles are not mere artistic expressions; they are embodiments of cultural heritage, serving roles from storytelling to serving as grave markers. Each figure on the totem pole represents part of a story or a tribal family lineage, with the lowest figures often considered the most significant.

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