First Peoples Celebration
with the
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs

Native American food prepared by Twisted Teepee,
a Warm Springs-based and nonprofit food truck, will be available for purchase throughout the event.

1 p.m.

Native Artist Demonstrations

Native Artists and Culture Bearers from the Tananáwit Artists Community of Warm Springs will  demonstrate traditional tribal crafts and artistry. 

Members of the Warm Springs Natural Resources Department and Warm Springs Community Action Team will be on hand to discuss their work.

Representatives of the Museum at Warm Springs and the High Desert Museum will be available to discuss their roles in preserving the heritage of the First Peoples of Central Oregon. 

2 p.m.

Opening Ceremony and Invocation

Led by Jefferson Greene, executive of the Columbia River Institute for Indigenous Development Foundation

followed by

A Showcase of Traditional Regalia and Native Dancing 

A narrated presentation with descriptions and histories of the intricate Native fashions – including jingle, fancy, grass and traditional -- and background about the dances.

4 p.m.

Round Dance with the Black Lodge Singers

This Native American, Grammy-nominated drum group has more than 30 albums to their credit. It was founded by Kenny Scabby Robe of the Blackfeet Nation and includes many of his sons.

5 p.m.

Closing Ceremony

Led by Jefferson Greene.

Learn about OSU-Cascades' acknowledgment of partnership with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.

For accommodations contact 541-322-3100 or events@osucascades.edu.