Discusses the use of basket yam masks in the harvest festivities of the Abelam people. Offers links to other New Guinea cultural pages.
Outlines this unique collection of native and western-influenced Hawaiian attire. Explains the difference between a holmu'u and mu'umu'u.
Offers an introduction to the hula, the sacred and ceremonial dance of Hawaii. Includes historical and popular perspectives on attire and dance.
Introduces the masks used in New Guinea in ceremonial dances. Detailed text and images are provided.
Outlines the use of masks in cultures worldwide. Includes representations of masks from British Columbia, Africa and Melanesia.