Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center

06/16/2026

Congratulations to Dyllan Haas, a proud member of the Duwamish Tribe, on your graduation! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and this milestone is just the beginning of an incredible journey ahead.

06/14/2026

Today the Duwamish Tribe celebrated the return of 3.5 acres of ancestral land along with several hundred of our allies. It was a good day. Thank you to the many many folks who made today’s celebration possible. We will share photos from today’s event in the coming days.

06/12/2026

WE cant wait to celebrate with you! Thank you for your RSVPs and please see the infographics here for crucial parking and event information.

06/10/2026

We are pleased to share this photograph by Adrain Chesser, published in The Stranger, which captures the Duwamish Canoe Family against the backdrop of Seattle, with a majestic eagle perfectly framed.

This image is part of a new exhibit that highlights the rich narratives of the Duwamish River by Timothy White Eagle called Once Wild River featured at Mini Mart City Park. Acknowledgments to The Stranger, Timothy White Eagle, Adrain Chesser, and the Duwamish Canoe Family for their contributions to this important representation.

Read more about the exhibit and the artists here: https://www.thestranger.com/visual-art/a-river-runs-through-us/

05/28/2026

The Duwamish Tribe stands in solidarity with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe during this difficult time of grief and loss. In unity - we light the path of healing for their Tribal members and community members impacted by the recent tragedy in Longview on Tuesday May 26th. We raise our hands in prayer and abundance for these neighboring communities of Turtle Island.

Chairman Bill Iyall of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe shares an official statement on the tragedy that has occurred in Longview, Washington.

05/26/2026

Legendary Pacific Northwest writer, editor, and historian Knute “Mossback” Berger recently included several voices of the Duwamish Tribe in his touching and extensive portrait of Chief Seattle’s daughter, Kikisoblu, dubbed “Princess Angeline” by white settlers, as part of his NW video series on .

Berger is joined by co-host Stephen Hegg and says Kikisoblu “could be considered one of Seattle’s first celebrities. Toward the end of her life, her portrait appeared on so many postcards and tchotchkes that she became, in many ways, the symbol of Seattle.”

They discuss Princess Angeline’s enduring legacy – how, for instance, “she stayed near her birthplace, even after Indigenous people were banned by Seattle ordinance, and how her determination, generosity and resilience impacted those who knew her.”

Tribal Council Chairwoman Cecile Hansen, Vice Chair Nancy Sackman, and Duwamish Tribal Services Executive Director Kristina Pearson joined the podcast to speak about what Princess Angeline means to them today.

Listen: https://www.cascadepbs.org/podcasts/mossback/2026/04/remembering-kikisoblu-seattles-princess-angeline/

Berger

Chief Seattle's daughter was a key figure in Seattle’s history. Knute Berger and three members of the Duwamish Tribe share her story.

05/21/2026

Folk Life is this weekend, Friday through Monday May 25th 2026!

Come celebrate with us at the Indigenous Welcome Ceremony on Friday (tomorrow) from 4:30 PM–5:30 PM at the Circle of Indigenous Peoples. Then stop by the Duwamish tent to connect with community, learn more about our work, and check out our brand-new t-shirt design.
Duwamish Tent Hours:
Friday, May 21: 12 PM–6 PM
Saturday, May 22: 12 PM–7 PM
Sunday, May 23: 12 PM–6 PM
Monday, May 24: 11:30 AM–5 PM

We look forward to seeing you at Folklife!

05/20/2026

We would be honored if you would join the Duwamish Tribe, Heron’s Nest and Shared Spaces Foundation to celebrate this historic event; the return of 3.5 acres of ancestral land to the Duwamish Tribe. We are excited to host this intertribal and international event to share culture, traditional games, food and fun!

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 11:00am-4:00pm (Blessing & Lunch starts at 12:00, program starts at 1:00)
Location: The Heron’s Nest - 4818 Puget Way SW. Seattle, WA 98106
Registration requested: Free - https://tinyurl.com/yr386cn5

There will be something for everyone! Enjoy salmon cooked using traditional methods. Observe and participate in traditional games such as Stick Game and Bone Game. Learn about the special plants that call this land their home on a guided plant walk. Make some art to take home to remember this historic event at our crafting tables. Celebrate our intertribal connections by witnessing Storytelling, Song & Dance. This event is supported by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture as part of the 2026 World Cup Community Celebrations.

History:
The Heron’s Nest landback project was created in 2020 by community for the benefit of the Duwamish Tribe and the broader Duwamish River Valley community. Over the last few years the community has come together to work on the land and learn; creating art and lasting bonds. The Heron’s Nest serves community from ALL of Seattle’s neighborhoods. People come to learn and volunteer in the urban forest, the urban gardens and join in on open arts nights. Community has made Heron’s Nest what it is today, and Duwamish is very excited to host an event that will be able to celebrate this important milestone with them - the gifting of ancestral land from Shared Spaces Foundation.

05/15/2026

We have a busy weekend planned for Duwamish!

Reminders for this weekend:

*Cedar pulling class Saturday May 16th from 10-2PM approximately. Details were sent to participant members by email.

*Reservation Redemption screening Saturday May 16th from 4-5:30 PM. Spaces are available. Call 206-431-1582 to RSVP. We are happy to host you :) ***** (screening is open to the public) *****

*Duwamish Talking Circle is on Saturday May 16th with lunch starting at 12 PM. This talking circle is open to Duwamish Citizens and their family members at this time.

*Duwamish Canoe family pulling practice and canoe journey planning meeting is on Sunday May 17th. Send an email to [email protected] for details if you would like to join.

05/13/2026

May is for MMIW Awareness

Did you know? There are currently 109 indigenous relatives missing in WA state, while our Tribal village only takes up less than 2% of population. Meanwhile, 94% of surveyed Tribal women in WA state reported experiencing sexual violence in their lifetime.

Come and share space, hear stories, facts and find resources at our MMIW open house event on Saturday May 30th from 11 AM to 3 PM.