The mortuary poles are distinguished by being "upside down" with the thicker part of the tree at the top. That allows for more room for the cavity holding the deceased persons bones and belongings (all of which was pilfered long ago).

The mortuary poles are distinguished by being "upside down" with the thicker part of the tree at the top. That allows for more room for the cavity holding the deceased persons bones and belongings (all of which was pilfered long ago).