Watch along as Parks Canada’s Artifact Reproduction Specialists reproduce an ice axe. In this video experts use 3D printing, resin molding, fine art painting, and more to create a convincing artifact reproduction.
This ice axe was used by mountaineer Bradford Washburn in 1937 during his summit of Mt. Lucania, Canada’s third highest peak. It was excavated from Kluane National Park and Reserve in the Yukon in 2022. Since its recovery, Parks Canada’s experts have worked to conserve it long-term.
Many objects from this discovery – including this ice axe – were reproduced by Parks Canada. This is to help visitors at Kluane National Park and Reserve learn about stories of Canada’s past by allowing them to actually touch and feel the objects. This also ensures the conservation of the original artifacts from any further damage.
Parks Canada employs a team of Artifact Reproduction Specialists. This team of conservators reproduces significant pieces of Canada’s history with remarkable accuracy. Reproducing these iconic artifacts gives Canadians an opportunity to touch and feel history!
Did you know that Parks Canada cares for a collection of over 31 million historical objects and artifacts? All the objects under Parks Canada’s care represent the story of Canada’s history in some way, shape, or form.
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