Memorial Service, Potlach Held to Honor Athabascan Elder

A memorial service and potlatch are happening in Fairbanks today to honor and Hannah Solomon. The Athabascan elder, who grew up in the bush and went on to promote and preserve Alaska Native culture and traditions, died last week at the age of 102.

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Tim Ellis is a reporter at KUAC in Fairbanks.

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