Spirit house (Dakelh)

Spirit houses are above-ground wooden structures traditionally used by some Dakelh (Carrier) communities in Northern British Columbia, such as those in Nazko, as part of their burial practices.[1] These small houses are placed over graves and often contain personal belongings or offerings left by family and clan members to support the spirit of the deceased in the afterlife.[2] Historically, spirit houses were also associated with taboos and spiritual caution, as it was believed that improper interaction with them could attract harmful spirits.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Carrier Culture: Death & Funerals". Quesnel Museum. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  2. ^ a b "Spirit Houses". Stronghold Nation. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
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