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Indie Alaska

Singer/Songwriter Emma Hill

Season 1 Episode 4

While most creative talents leave Alaska for the chance of more exposure in big cities, Emma Hill is not only making a living as a musician in her home state, she's thriving. Hill grew up in the small Alaskan village of Sleetmute and in this episode of INDIE ALASKA, she talks about growing up in Alaska and the pros and cons of pursuing a creative career in the far north.

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3:49
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Preserving Traditional Alaskan Native Materials with Jewelry
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