Pamela Rae Huteson facts for kids
Pamela Rae Huteson, born in 1957, is an amazing Alaska Native author and illustrator. She comes from Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska. Pamela is both Tlingit and Haida. She belongs to the Shungkweidi Eagle clan, from the Wolf House.
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Sharing Native Culture
Pamela Rae Huteson is passionate about sharing Native culture. She uses her talents as a writer and artist to teach others. She also helps connect people through music and technology.
ThunderCloud Radio
Pamela is a part-owner and DJ for ThunderCloud Radio. This is an online radio station. It's known as the "Home of the Hu-Haa Hitz." The station plays Native Hip Hop, Native R&B, and Native Reggae. You can hear music from places like Hawaii all the way to Greenland!
Totem Stories App
Pamela worked with her son to create a special app. It's called Totem Stories. This app helps people learn about Tlingit culture. It's based on one of her books. This shows how she uses modern tools to share ancient stories.
Books and Illustrations
Pamela Rae Huteson has written and illustrated several books. Her work often focuses on Native traditions and art.
- Legends in Wood, Stories of the Totems (2002)
* This book shares stories about totems. Totems are important carved poles that tell family histories and legends.
- Coloring Alaska, the Greatland on a Summers Day (2004)
* This book lets you color beautiful scenes from Alaska.
- Transformation Masks (2007)
* This book explores special masks used in Native ceremonies. These masks can change their appearance.
Contributions to Encyclopedias
Pamela has also written entries for several important encyclopedias. These entries help people learn about different Native cultures and their histories. She has written about topics like:
- Aleut and Athabascan cultures
- Kwakiutl and Tlingit people
- Haida and Eskimo traditions
- Important cultural events like the Potlatch and tribal calendars
