The Northwest Pacific Indians were custom to many interesting religious practices and beliefs.They believed that natural and supernatural realms were connected. Spirits were everywhere, and they worshipped through songs, stories, and dances. Guardian spirits were common, and some groups believed in a raven deity. (In the bottom right section of the village portion) Potlatches were religious feasts they held as a whole village. The feasts were usually held in the center of the village and involved many festivities.(Located in the center of the village portion) Shamans were important to the Northwest Indians, known as “Medicine Men”. They were said to possess healing powers and had the ability to communicate with spirits, typically wearing a
