CA-K160Indigenous peoples & reconciliation

Peter Pitseolak, Inuit photographer and historian

Peter Pitseolak in 1968, photographed by Charles Gimpel. Peter Pitseolak · Charles Gimpel · Source copyright notice: Charles Gimpel / Library and Archives Canada / e008222804 · Photo source · Photo licence: Public domain. Resized for display; item previews may be cropped. The image remains under the licence shown.

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Peter Pitseolak (1902–1973), an Inuit artist, photographer, hunter and historian, recorded both the old customs and beliefs of his people and their adjustment to a new life as Inuit culture underwent momentous change. His carvings, prints and photographs are acclaimed for their historical and artistic value, and he left an account of the history of Sikusuilaq (southern Baffin Island).

Scope & context

His work as recognized by his designation, not the history of Kinngait (Cape Dorset) printmaking as a whole.

Sources behind this record

Peter Pitseolak (1902-1973) National Historic Person ↗

Parks Canada

Historical importance; plaque text