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Alaskan Santa
Item # 11444
Its tundra, salmon-choked steams, icebergs majestic mountains and abundant wildlife make Alaska one of America's most awe-inspiring states. Purchased from the Russians, who were facing difficult financial time, in 1867 by Secretary of State William Seward for $7.2 million, Alaska has proven to be one of the United States' best investments. Tourism alone represents $830 million in annual revenue. Millions of visitors cruise, fly and hike through Alaska, hoping for a glimpse of a soaring eagle or grizzly bear. The Klondike Gold Strike in the Yukon in 1896 – 1898 brought thousands of men, and some women, into the state to try their luck at gold mining. Soon towns and businesses were established to service the influx of miners and families. When the gold ran out and the dreams lay frozen in the snow, those who stayed were the explorers and risk-taking individuals that brought their own customs and ideas to the land. Mingling the spirit of the miners with the ancient traditions of the Eskimo and other native Indian tribes has given Alaska its unique characteristics and made it the perfect example of America's rugged individualism. Alaska is still a "last frontier" with "pioneers" setting out to explore it every year. The Alaskan Santa blends native culture with Christian tradition. His costume, worthy of a chief, is moose hide trimmed with beaver fur. It is elaborately decorated with beads, felt and cloth. His red sack, so full of toys, also bears a tree, a toy grizzly bear, a carved mask to honor ancestors, a drum and a toy hydroplane. In Santa's pocket is a little toy seal, which is reminiscent of the seals that rest on floating icebergs throughout the straits of Alaska. The Alaskan Santa wouldn't dream of travel without his best friend and wolf-like companion, the Alaskan Malamute. The affectionate and loyal dog helps Santa pull his sleigh on his way to bringing toys and gifts to children huddled in warm cozy homes all over Alaska.
Alaskan Santa Pipka Santas Stories Of Christmas Ornaments Item # 11444
Its tundra, salmon-choked steams, icebergs majestic mountains and abundant wildlife make Alaska one of America's most awe-inspiring states. Purchased from the Russians, who were faci
Price: $15.85
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