The Leonard Putulik Cultural Visitor’s Centre

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The Leonard Putulik Cultural Visitor’s Centre is a cultural center named after Leonard Putulik, a respected Inuit leader and artist from the region. The cultural center is a hub for learning and cultural exchange. It offers a variety of exhibits, programs, and activities that showcase the Inuit culture and history of the region.

Visitors can learn about traditional Inuit life, including hunting, fishing, and caribou herding, as well as the impact of European explorers and settlers on the region.

Photo: https://chesterfield-inlet.ca/tourism/cultural-centre/

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