Mackenzie River Collection

landscape of jumbled ice on the frozen Arctic ocean, off Herschel island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Inuit woman with facial tattoos, Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada, 1845 (engraving)
6339122 Inuit woman with facial tattoos, Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada, 1845 (engraving by Duverger (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Inuit woman with facial tattoos, Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada)

Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada
6339120 Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada by Belgian School, (19th century); (add.info.: Inuit man of the Mackenzie River, Yukon, Canada)

Lord Lonsdales Travels in the Arctic Regions of North America (engraving)
1626669 Lord Lonsdales Travels in the Arctic Regions of North America (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Three Sisters, 1872. Creator: W. J. Linton
The Three Sisters, 1872. Volcanic peaks in Oregon, USA: Striking the forks of the Mackenzie River near Eugene City, the snow-clad summits of the Three Sisters loom up into the pleasant air

Aurora Borealis Over The Mackenzie River With Float Planes In Foreground, Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories

Aurora Borealis Over The Mackenzie River, Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories

Aurora Borealis Or Northern Lights Over Float Plane And Mackenzie River, Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories

Floatplane And Sunset Over The Mackenzie River, Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories

Northern Lights Across The Mackenzie River In Fort Simpson, Nwt

Dog of Mackenzie River

AUDUBON: DOG. Hare Indian, or Mackenzie River, dog, an extinct breed of domesticated dog (Canis lupus familaris). Lithograph, c1854

MacKENZIE: MAP. A map of the explorations of Sir Alexander MacKenzie (1764-1820), Scottish explorer in North America, showing his route from Fort Chipewyan on Lake Athabaska along the Mackenzie River

rangers cabin on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Mary Margarets cabin on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

thousand-year-old ice in a side cliff on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Herschel Island museum that once held a jail in it, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

hunter and trapper cabin on Herschel Island during a snowstorm, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

jumbled ice on the frozen Arctic ocean, off Herschel island, Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

inupiat hunter Jack Kayotuk sleds down a snow bank on his back, Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

town on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

open leads in the pack ice on the frozen Arctic ocean, off Herschel Island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

winter landscape on Herschel island, on the frozen Arctic ocean, off the Mackenzie river delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

inupiat graveyard on Herschel island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

old church on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

graveyard headstone on Herschel island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

airplane dropping off supplies on Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

Jack Kayotuk and Alice Faith on frozen landscape on the Arctic ocean, off Herschel island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

snow machine and sled on the frozen Arctic ocean, off Herschel island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

frozen landscape on the Arctic ocean, off Herschel island and the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon Territory, Canada

landscape of the frozen Arctic ocean west of Herschel Island, off the Mackenzie River delta, Yukon, Canada

Canada, Northwest Territories, Aerial view of Inuvik
Aerial view of Inuvik - Northwest Territories, Canada

midnight sun over the MacKenzie River, off the Dempster highway in Yukon, Canada

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The Mackenzie River, a majestic waterway that winds through the stunning landscapes of Yukon and Northwest Territories in Canada, holds within its depths a rich tapestry of history and natural wonders. In 1845, an engraving captured the essence of this region as it depicted an Inuit woman with intricate facial tattoos. Her presence serves as a reminder of the deep cultural heritage that thrives along the Mackenzie River. Not far from Herschel Island lies the frozen Arctic ocean, where jumbled ice formations create a mesmerizing sight. This icy landscape is both beautiful and treacherous, showcasing nature's raw power in all its glory. Lord Lonsdale's travels in these Arctic regions are immortalized in another engraving. His exploration undoubtedly uncovered hidden gems along the Mackenzie River, revealing secrets only known to those who dare venture into this untamed wilderness. One such gem is "The Three Sisters, " painted by W. J. Linton in 1872. This masterpiece captures the rugged beauty of three towering peaks standing proudly against an azure sky – a testament to nature's grandeur found within this riverine paradise. As day turns into night, another spectacle unfolds overhead: the Aurora Borealis dances across the heavens above Fort Simpson on numerous occasions. The ethereal glow illuminates not only float planes but also reflects off the tranquil waters of the Mackenzie River itself – creating an otherworldly scene that leaves spectators awestruck. Amidst these breathtaking displays stands man's faithful companion - dogs indigenous to this region known as "Mackenzie River dogs. " Though now extinct, they once roamed alongside their human counterparts and played vital roles in daily life along these shores. The Mackenzie River weaves together tales of ancient cultures and modern marvels alike; it is a place where history meets natural splendor at every turn.