COVID-19 NOTICE
Information for the community of Yakutat
On March 17, 2020 at 5 o’clock PM, YTT President John Buller and Council declared a State of Emergency for the Yakutat Tlingit Tribe. The State of Emergency authorizes Tribal President Buller to take all necessary steps to protect tribal members, staff members and community members from the COVID-19 Virus.
The Yakutat Tlingit Tribe
Our Mission
“To preserve, maintain and protect the unique culture, land and resources of Yakutat Tlingit people; to maximize our social, health & well-being while creating economic development benefits to all tribal members.”
What Makes Us Who We Are
an intimate connection to our lands
Haa Aaní, Haa Kusteeyí
The Tlingit people have a very strong historic, cultural, linguistic & spiritual connection to their land.
Deeply Embedded Culture & Tradition
Deeply Embedded Culture & Tradition
Our practiced customs and traditional ceremonies validate our identity and culture – which were passed down through generations with pride and dignity.
Our Way of Life
Haa Shagoon
We have a lengthy history of reliance on our habitat – subsisting off of the abundant Alaskan Wildlife.
tlingit formline
Tlingit Formline
The distinctive art of the Tlingit is reflective of their culture, ancestry, and collaborative histories.
Respect for Nature
Ldakát át a yáa ayaduwanéi
The Tlingit believe that every creature has a soul and all life is of equal value; plants, trees, birds, fish, animals, and human beings are equally respected.
