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The Alaskan
co-operative that has brought exquisite Qiviut items
to you as a unique northern gift since 1969. Qiviut
(pronounced "kiv-ee-ute"), the downy-soft
underwool from the Arctic musk ox, is shed naturally
each year during the spring months. Eight times
warmer than wool and extraordinarily lightweight,
Qiviut is one of the finest natural fibers known to
man. The Co-Operative is owned by approximately 250
Native Alaskan women from remote coastal villages of
Alaska who knit each item by hand. Each village has a
signature pattern derived from traditional aspects of
village life and the Eskimo culture; they may come
from an ancient artifact or a beadwork design. All of
our items are 100% Qiviut and in the natural color.
The caps and scarves made by the knitters are as
comfortable to wear on cool days in a warm climate as
they are in chilly weather. Unlike wool, Qiviut is
not scratchy and will not shrink in any temperature
of water. It can be hand-washed in any mild detergent
and will last for many years. Come see us at the
little brown house with the musk ox mural on the
corner of 6th and H Street in downtown Anchorage. |
| Address
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604
H Street, Anchorage, Alaska |
| Hours |
10am-6pm, Monday
through Saturday |
| Web
Site |
www.qiviut.com |
| Phone |
907-272-9225 |
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Cards |
Mastercard,
Visa, American Express, Discover |
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Yes |
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| RESERVATIONS
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-888-655-4020 |
| VISITORS
INFORMATION CALL: 1-907-929-2822 |
| E-MAIL TO: avc@alaska.net |
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Visitors Center
733 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage,
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