Description
Designed by Haida Native Artist Bill Reid.
The original print is in the collection of the Canadian Museum of History. The image celebrates the creation of humankind by Raven.
Unisex adult size T-shirts, with an all-over design that covers the T-shirt. Preshrunk 95% Cotton 5% Spandex, machine washable.
Bill Reid, Haida Artist (1920-1988)
One of Canada’s foremost Native artists, Bill Reid is widely recognized as having revived the great tradition of Haida art. Born in Victoria, B.C., he is the grand-nephew of Haida artist Charles Edenshaw. Reid has applied innovative techniques to his artistic legacy and has passed on his valuable knowledge to younger artists.
Children of the Raven was designed by Bill Reid in 1976 for the National Museum of Man (now the Canadian Museum of History). This image celebrates the creation of humankind by Raven. It now graces a series of products developed exclusively for the Canadian Museum of
Children of the Raven – An iconic work by Haida artist Bill Reid, symbolizing the Haida people as descendants of Raven, the cultural hero and bringer of light.
The Story Behind “Children of the Raven”
Created by Haida artist Bill Reid in 1977, Children of the Raven is one of the most iconic images of Northwest Coast Indigenous art. The design shows Raven — the cultural hero, trickster, and bringer of light — surrounded by human figures, representing the Haida people as descendants of Raven. This piece celebrates the gift of knowledge and light to humanity, expressing the deep spiritual connection between the Haida Nation and the natural world. Owning a product with this artwork allows you to carry a piece of Indigenous storytelling and cultural heritage into your everyday life.
Children of the Raven T-Shirt – Featuring Bill Reid’s iconic artwork, this shirt celebrates Haida heritage with striking red and white formline design.
