Artisans Of Nuuk (Social Impact Tour)

OVERVIEW

Behold the extraordinary creativity of Greenlanders at several venues that promote artistic expression. Your immersion into the local art scene will include a stop at the Nuuk Art Museum, whose collection highlights photography, painting and carving in soapstone, bone and wood. Many of the works are by contemporary artists, which offer an insight into how Greenlandic art has evolved over time. At Ajaqaq – a workshop named for a traditional cup-and-pin game made from bone, animal hide and rabbit tail – you can watch artisans carve wood and bone crafts tupilaks, which are figurines said to protect the owners from their enemies. Tupilaks are thought to have great spiritual power. Your next visit will be to Kittat Economusée, a traditional costume-making workshop in Nuuk, Greenland, situated in the old colonial harbor area. Here, you will gain unique insights into the creation and history of the traditional Greenlandic costume, the "kalaallisuut." The workshop showcases the detailed processes involved, such as skin embroidery, beadwork, and hide preparation. Final stop will be at a local café or Local Museum for refreshments and drinks.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Browse the Nuuk Art Museum, which exclusively displays the works of Greenlanders.
• Watch artisans carve highly symbolic statuettes from bone and other animal materials.
• Gain unique insights into the creation and history of the traditional Greenlandic costume.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.