A New Chapter & A Firmer Handshake: Northern Trades Joins the Northwest Native American Chamber
FAIRBANKS, AK — If you’ve ever stepped into our downtown gallery or browsed our collections online, you know that Northern Trades isn't just about selling jewelry—it’s about the handshake. It’s about the connection between the person who spent hours over a beadwork loom and the person who will eventually wear that piece out into the world.
Today, we’re proud to share that we’ve extended that handshake a little further. Northern Trades has officially joined the Northwest Native American Chamber (NWNC).
In the North, we know that we’re only as strong as the community around us. By joining the NWNC, we aren't just adding a logo to our window; we are pulling up a chair at a table of Indigenous creators, builders, and leaders. For our customers, this means:
Verified Authenticity: A continued promise that the "Smoke and Sparkle" you find here is the real deal—vetted, respectful, and rooted in our shared heritage.
Strengthening the Interior: By connecting with a larger network of Indigenous commerce, we’re bringing more resources and eyes back to the incredible artists working right here in the Interior.
A Commitment to the Long Haul: This partnership is about ensuring Northern Trades remains a reliable pillar for our local artisans for generations to come.
Joining the Chamber feels like coming home to a group of like-minded folks who value hard work, cultural integrity, and a fair deal. We are honored to stand alongside other Native-owned businesses that believe commerce should always leave the community better than we found it.
"We’ve always believed that a business should feel like a good neighbor," says the Northern Trades team. "Joining the NWNC is our way of making sure we’re doing our part to keep the Indigenous economy of the Northwest vibrant and strong. It’s about doing business the right way—with a steady eye on tradition and a firm handshake for the future."
We invite you to stop by the shop or visit us online to see what’s new in our curated collections. We’re still the same Northern Trades you know—just with a few more friends in our corner.
Devin & Forrest
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