Indigenous People of Western Oregon Presentation
Our Indigenous presentation for your students imparts lasting impressions of respect and dignity. Our Indigenous instructors will talk about their culture and history and show items of cultural importance today, such as regalia, and also discuss some of the history of Western Oregon Tribes.
Our instructors have worked with us to incorporate the teachings that are important to them and are well-versed in thier tribal culture. We offer this as an opportunity for your students to connect with Indigenous culture in a close-up and personal way.
This presentation is for grades 4 and up.
Our Instructors
Lance Stone, a Klamath Tribal Member, may bring items of his regalia and also shares about historic and contemporary issues of importance to Native peoples of Southern Oregon. Lance is an energetic young man and a grass dancer at traditional celebrations. He discusses traditional foods and lands of the Klamath people as well as historic injustices that have repercussions into modern times.
Deitrich Peters is a Grand Ronde Tribal Elder, and brings items of his regalia that he has made, as well as playing a few short songs on the wooden flute. He discusses camas, obsidian and historic injustices such as removal to reservations, and their ongoing consequences. Deitz has a warm and caring personality, and speaks softly, so a small group is best for his presentation.
About the Presentation
Time: 30 minutes
Optional: Stick Dice game and make your own set, or atlatl throwing in the field (weather permitting)
Optional add-ons will increase the time to 50 minutes.
Cost: $150
Stay tuned as we may have a grant coming to make this presentation FREE!
Our instructor will come to your classroom or library and bring all the materials needed. You provide a quiet space with a chair, and students will either sit on the floor (for youngers) or sit in chairs.
We need 15 minutes for set up and clean up time.
Booking: Use the link below to request this presentation. We will get back to you as soon as we can to confirm your booking.