Chaluka Site

The Chaluka Site is an archaeological location in Nikolski that extends across the landscape and contains more than 4,000 excavated artifacts. The layered deposits reveal continuous human settlement spanning nearly 4,000 years at this spot.

Excavations at the site began in 1938 under the Smithsonian Institution and revealed human presence dating back to around 1,800 BCE. This long occupation makes the location important for understanding early Aleut history.

The site contains tools and weapons made from ivory, bone, and stone that show the skill of early Aleut craftspeople. These objects reveal how inhabitants adapted to island life and used the resources around them.

The location is remote and requires special permits for visits and research work. Specific details about access are kept confidential to protect the site from unauthorized disturbance.

Early inhabitants used mathematical methods to regulate and sustain the hunting of local wildlife. This advanced planning shows they understood and managed their impact on animal populations.