Chickee
At a glance:
- Series: American Indians Ready Reference
- Categories: Architecture, Social Science
- Subcategories: Native Americans, American Indians
- Curriculum: American Indian History
- Geographical Location: United States
Article abstract: The chickee, a dwelling on poles or stilts, is well suited to a wet climate
The chickee is a type of dwelling that was used in the wetter areas of the Southeast culture area. It consists of a platform built on top of four or more posts. The posts are made of trimmed saplings sunk into the earth. These are reinforced by cross members. Beams are cut and laid on top of the posts, and planks are lashed to the beams with braided cords to create a platform that serves as the floor.
A framework of saplings is lashed together, and poles are laid...
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