Karin Your friend might research the exhibit "Chiefly Feasts: The Enduring Kwakuitl Potlatch" curated by Aldona Jonaitis, I believe for the Am. Museum of Natural History. The accompanying book by the same title is a gem, both the visuals and text. The exhibit had two sets of labels, one written by the museum staff and the other by elders of the Native group. The reviews and scholarly articles following the exhibit would also be great sources for analysis. Marcia deChadenedes Museum of New Mexico ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).