Kispiox, British Columbia
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Kispiox is perhaps most known to outsiders for its totem poles, some of which were the subject of Emily Carr paintings in the early 20th Century.
Additionally, the Kispiox River has, in fact been host to two world-record steelhead catches; a 33 pounder and a 36 pounder. Ideally, Kispiox has remained a favoite tourist attraction for both its historical village, traditional artifacts and its superb fishing.
The original, and traditional name of Kispiox Village is "Anspay'axw", loosely translated from the Gitxsan language, this means "The Hiding Place".
Notable people from Kispiox
- Walter Harris, O.C., Artist and Gitxsan Hereditary Chief
- Delgamuukw Earl Muldoe, Gitxsan Hereditary Chief
References
External links
- Gitxsan Chiefs Office
- Skeena River Totem Poles
- Paintings of Kispiox
- Kispiox Valley Homepage
- Kispiox Band Reserves
Coordinates: 55°21′00″N 127°40′59″W / 55.350°N 127.683°W
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