Whether you require a gift for a birthday, anniversary, graduation, wedding, or any other special event, consider the beautiful, handmade options available at Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-Operative. The Anchorage, AK, cultural souvenir shop is owned by 250 native Alaskan women who lovingly craft one-of-a-kind scarves, stoles, hats, and other apparel. Pieces are made with musk ox wool and a soft, downy material called Qiviut. The substance is eight times warmer than wool despite its lightweight nature.

Top 5 Gift Ideas From the Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-Operative Souvenir Shop

1. Nelson Island Scarf

Provide a special someone with a lightweight scarf perfect for cooler temperatures. Featuring the classic Nelson Island Diamond pattern used by numerous native tribes, including Nightmute, Newtok, and Tununak, the scarf offers a unique and stylish way to stay comfortable outdoors.

2. Star Cap

Give the Star Cap to a fashionable friend who enjoys versatile pieces. Be sure to let the gift receiver know the cap can be styled several ways, including as a beret and over the ears for extra warmth. 

3. Pack Ice Headband

Enjoy explaining the patterns of the Pack Ice Headband, a piece with designs representing the ridges and movements of ice. The white areas of the headband symbolize snow-capped peaks while the brown represents the tundra in the late fall.

4. Mekoryuk’s Harpoon Pattern Stole

Feel the incredible warmth of Mekoryuk’s Harpoon Pattern Stole. This handknit stole features a pattern from the village of Mekoryuk on Nunivak Island that was inspired by a 1,200-year-old ivory harpoon head. The harpoon head was found on Nunivak Island.

5. Bethel’s Parka Trim Pattern Nachaq

Provide a relative, friend, or partner with the souvenir shop’s specialty item, the nachaq. Also known as a smokering, this seamless, tubular product functions as a head wrap and scarf. The Bethel’s Park Trim Pattern Nackaq features a pattern from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta and Quinhagak areas of Alaska.

These and other original gifts from this renowned souvenir shop make wonderful presents for any occasion. If you are purchasing a headband or hat, be sure to indicate which size you want. Order from Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-Operative online or stop in the Anchorage gift shop to see what’s new. Call (907) 272-9225 with any questions, and like the Facebook page for the latest product and community updates.