Dorothy Jean Ray facts for kids
Dorothy Jean Ray (born October 10, 1919, died December 12, 2007) was a special kind of scientist called an anthropologist. She was also a talented author. She is most famous for her deep studies of Native Alaskan art and culture.
Her writings helped many people learn about the history and traditions of people in the Arctic. She published articles in many important journals, like Alaska History and American Indian Art.
She received special honors for her work. These included honorary doctorates from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the University of Northern Iowa. The University of Northern Iowa also created the Dorothy Jean Ray Anthropology Scholarship in her honor.
Some of the amazing artifacts she collected are now part of the University of Alaska Museum Fairbanks' collection. Her book, A Legacy of Arctic Art, is like a guide to this collection. It also shares stories from her long career.
Dorothy Jean Ray was married to another anthropologist and author, Verne F. Ray.
Explore Her Amazing Books
Dorothy Jean Ray wrote many important books about Native Alaskan art and culture. These books are a great way to learn more about her studies and discoveries.
- A Legacy of Arctic Art – 1996 ISBN: 0-295-97518-0
- The Eskimos of Bering Strait, 1650-1898 – 1992 ISBN: 0-295-97122-3
- Aleut and Eskimo Art – 1986 ISBN: 0-295-96410-3
- Ethnohistory in the Arctic: The Bering Strait Eskimo – 1983 ISBN: 0-919642-98-5
- Artists of the Tundra and the Sea – 1980 ISBN: 0-295-95732-8
- Eskimo Art: Tradition and Innovation in North Alaska – 1977 ISBN: 0-295-95518-X
- Eskimo Masks: Art and Ceremony – 1975 ISBN: 0-295-95353-5
