Stories and Legends

Inuit had no written language until one was introduced by missionaries in the early 1900's. Until then their history, beliefs and customs were handed down to succeeding generations through a rich oral history. These are just a sampling of the many fascinating legends that form a part of that history.

Inuit Mythology

Three Inuit myths, including the well known story of Sedna, are presented here. All are available in three reading levels, (beginner, intermediate and advanced).

Kivioq

Legend about a wanderer.

Alaskan Legends

Yupiaq legends and information about Alaskan Inuit legends.

The Aurora Borealis

Included on this page about auroral folklore are some interesting Inuit beliefs about the Northern Lights.

Anningan

Greenlandic moon myth

Three Legends

A collection of three legends as told by Inuit in Cape Dorset..

The Origin of Light

Another Alaskan myth