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Certified Tribal Artist Application

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HOw to apply


In order to apply for certification under Tlingit & Haida’s Certified Tribal Artist program, you must be a tribally enrolled citizen, at least 18 years of age, and comply with the requirements below.

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Application requirements


  • Completed Certified Tribal Artist Application with Terms of Agreement
  • Copy of Tribal Enrollment Card OR
             Photo Identification
             (enrollment will be verified)
  • $20 Processing Fee  (covers cost for gift tags, stickers and postage)

TYPE OF ART

The list below is not limited or inclusive of the craft created by the Artist.​
Basketry
Beadwork
Clothing
Ivory, Bone, or Stone
Carving
Jewelry
Metal  Works / Sculpture
Painting, Prints or Cards
Totem Poles
Chilkat / Ravenstail
Medicinal Products
Wood Carvings

and more


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USE OF CTA SEAL


Only affix the Certified Tribal Artist seal, which features a Tinaa with Eagle/Raven design embedded within the shield and the words "Certified Tribal Artist" to original art that has been or will be made entirely by the Artist.

The Artist understands the Certified Tribal Artist seal is copyrighted as described above and will not be reproduced in any form without written permission from Central Council.

Artwork when listed will meet the "Authentic Indian Arts and Crafts" and "Indian Product" criteria (unless otherwise noted), and is labeled appropriately as authentic in compliance with 36CFR 51 Truth-In-Marketing laws concerning Native American / Alaska Native arts and crafts.

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Legal requirements

Artist must follow and be in accordance with State and Federal Laws

Federal Laws
  • Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 (PL 101-644 as amended)
  • 18 U.S.C. 1159 Misrepresentation of Indian Produced Goods and Products
  • 25 CFR 309.7, 8 & 9 Truth-In-Marketing
  • 25CFR Part 309-Protection of Indian Arts and Crafts Products
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Acts
  • Migratory Bird Treaty Act
  • Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
  • Marine Mammal Protection Act
  • Endangered Species Act and Lacey Act
NOTE:  If you have any specific questions about any legal matter you should consult your attorney or other professional legal services provider.  The state and federal laws listed above are provided for your reference  for compliance of the Certified Tribal Artist program.
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