JOURNAL ARTICLE

HOW WIGWAMS WERE BUILT.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2025, n. 210. P. 68 1 of 3

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: HARVEY, AILSA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the construction and living conditions of traditional wigwams, which were the homes of Native American tribes in the Eastern Woodlands, including the Algonquin, Wampanoag, and Ojibwe. Wigwams, also known as wickiups or birchbark houses, were typically dome-shaped structures made from materials sourced from the surrounding landscape, such as saplings, animal hides, and grasses. They were designed for semi-permanence and could be constructed in a few days, providing suitable living conditions with effective insulation for families throughout the seasons. The article also highlights variations in construction methods based on regional materials and the seasonal mobility of different tribes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2025/12, Issue 210, p68
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:189723634
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