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Obsidian Cliff
1964
Obsidian Cliff was an important quarrying and manufacturing site for the Tukudika, who were known as “The Arrow Makers” to the Tribes with whom they traded. Each obsidian flow has a distinct chemical makeup that allows archeologists to trace obsidian artifacts back to the specific volcanic flow where they originated.
Today, climbing the cliff is prohibited. Visitors can enjoy a wayside exhibit on the road between Mammoth and Norris about Obsidian Cliff’s history and continent-wide significance.
Film negative. H 6, W 6 cm
Yellowstone National Park, YELL 38408
1964
Obsidian Cliff was an important quarrying and manufacturing site for the Tukudika, who were known as “The Arrow Makers” to the Tribes with whom they traded. Each obsidian flow has a distinct chemical makeup that allows archeologists to trace obsidian artifacts back to the specific volcanic flow where they originated.
Today, climbing the cliff is prohibited. Visitors can enjoy a wayside exhibit on the road between Mammoth and Norris about Obsidian Cliff’s history and continent-wide significance.
Film negative. H 6, W 6 cm
Yellowstone National Park, YELL 38408