The site is contained within Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Settlement Land.While the Blackstone Uplands and area have been used by the Dënezhu from time immemorial, the former settlement of Tthe Zra ̧y Kek’it (Black City) was most heavily occupied in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century to take advantage of new economic opportunities presented by the arrival of a large population of newcomers. It was strategically situated within a sheltering grove of spruce trees, close to a caribou migration route. The river supplied srejil (Arctic Grayling) and Dolly Varden fishing while the trees provided shelter and fuel. This was an excellent base for hunting, trapping, and fishing as well as a welcoming refuge for people travelling the land.The site consists of remnants of previous dwellings that were a combination of semi-subterranean pit houses, log-walled tents, and canvas tents.

The village has retained much of the original layout with rows of buildings facing the river. A community open space has been maintained between rows of homes and retained for public uses. Use of the lower bench as a staging and processing area for salmon fishing, and the presence of contemporary smoke sheds for hanging and drying fish, exemplify the continued use at Moosehide. Jejik Dha Denezhu Kek’it (Moosehide Village) is a living community where tradition and spirituality are fostered and encouraged, and the continued use of the village is important in maintaining the good condition of the site. Moosehide Gathering occurs every two years at Jëjik Dhä Dënezhu Kek’it (Moosehide) and people from far and near attend. Outside of Moosehide Gathering, Jëjik Dhä Dënezhu Kek’it (Moosehide Village) is closed to visitors.