Vivien Hailstone

Vivien Hailstone
Detail of Vivien Hailstone from photograph of Buck and Vivian Hailstone at 4th of July Parade (1955)
Born
Vivien Geneva Risling

Humboldt County, California
DiedJuly 8, 2000(2000-07-08) (aged 86)
NationalityYurok;Karok
Occupation(s)basketweaver; jewelry designer

Vivien Risling Hailstone (October 16, 1913 – July 8, 2000) was a Yurok/Karok basketweaver, jewelry designer, activist and educator who led efforts to sustain traditional basket weaving patterns and techniques. Hailstone also had an impact on statewide policy for repatriation of Native American remains and returning to Native American names for parks through her involvement with the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Commission.