In 2021, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum brought together a panel of historians to discuss the legacy of the Puget Sound Treaty War (1855-1856). With representatives from the Muckleshoot, Nisqually, Puyallup, Steilacoom, and Squaxin Island Tribes, as well as Fort Nisqually Living History Museum and HistoryLink.org, the panel introduced a new dialogue among diverse communities impacted by the War and its aftermath. The success of this panel series led to the creation of the award-winning Indigenous Voices podcast. The podcast advances tribal voices in the telling of Puget Sound history and shares tribal knowledge and expertise for wider audiences.
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, in partnership with the Fort Nisqually Foundation, Nisqually Tribe of Indians, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Cowlitz Indian Tribe, and History Link, is excited to announce the launch of Season Three of the Indigenous Voices Podcast in 2026.
This project is generously supported by Humanities Washington’s Washington Stories Fund Grant and the Pierce County Historic Preservation Grant. Fort Nisqually’s Indigenous Voices Podcast is an official partner of Washington State America’s 250th. To learn more, visit fortnisqually.org and be sure to subscribe and follow Indigenous Voices Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
In season 1 we heard about how modern language revitalization programs are connected to tribal identity and resilience. Episode 6 of season 3 features language keepers from Tulalip, Cowlitz, and Nisqually Tribes as they continue the discussion on the revitalization of Native languages.
Panelists include:
Emilie Miller, Curator of Collections at Hibulb Cultural Center
Esther Smithlin, Language Technician, Cowlitz TIndian Tribe
Janice Hicks-Bullchild, Nisqually Language resource Center Language Teacher, Nisqually Indian Tribe
Kristen Hitchcock, Vice Chair of Cowlitz Tribal Gaming Commission, Knowledge Keeper, Cowlitz Indian Tribe
Mytyl Hernandez, Museum Manager at Hibulb Cultural Center, Tulalip Tribes of Washington
Nettsie Bullchild, Director of Tribal Archives/Nisqually Tribal Historic Preservation Office and Tribal Elder, Nisqually Indian Tribe
Learn more at our tribal partners websites and fortnisqually.org.
Resources:
Tribal Websites
Cowlitz Indian Tribe https://www.cowlitz.org/cultural-resources (https://www.cowlitz.org/cultural-resources)
Nisqually Indian Tribe http://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/index.php/heritage/ (http://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/index.php/heritage/)
The Tulalip Tribes: https://www.tulaliptribes-nsn.gov/ (https://www.tulaliptribes-nsn.gov/)
Articles
The Tulalip Tribe open Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve on August 19, 2011: https://historylink.org/File/10024 (https://historylink.org/File/10024)
Media
Cowlitz Coast Salish Language Vocab Builder App: https://cowlitz.org/cowlitz-coast-salish-language-vocab-builder-app (https://cowlitz.org/cowlitz-coast-salish-language-vocab-builder-app)
Puyallup Tribal Language YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PuyallupTribalLanguage (https://www.youtube.com/@PuyallupTribalLanguage)
Tulalip Lushootseed YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@tulaliplushootseed1195 (https://www.youtube.com/@tulaliplushootseed1195)
Other
Tulalip Lushootseed: https://tulaliplushootseed.com/ (https://tulaliplushootseed.com/)
Cowlitz Coast Salish Dictionary Online: https://dictionary.cowlitzsalish.org/ (https://dictionary.cowlitzsalish.org/)
Lushootseed Dictionary Online: https://lushootseeddictionary.appspot.com/#!LDClickableLink (https://lushootseeddictionary.appspot.com/#!LDClickableLink)
Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon: https://archive.org/details/dictionaryofchin00gibbrich/page/n9/mode/2up (https://archive.org/details/dictionaryofchin00gibbrich/page/n9/mode/2up)
Puyallup Tribal Language Program: https://www.puyalluptriballanguage.org/index.php (https://www.puyalluptriballanguage.org/index.php)
Cowlitz Salish Language Learning: https://cowlitzsalish.org/ (https://cowlitzsalish.org/)
Dawn Bates, Thim Hess, Vi Hilbert, Lushootseed Dictionary: https://www.amazon.com/Lushootseed-Dictionary-Thom-Hess/dp/0295973234 (https://www.amazon.com/Lushootseed-Dictionary-Thom-Hess/dp/0295973234)
Dawn Bates, Thim Hess, Vi Hilbert, Lushootseed Dictionary: https://uwapress.uw.edu/book/9780295973234/lushootseed-dictionary/ (https://uwapress.uw.edu/book/9780295973234/lushootseed-dictionary/)
20 Jul 2026
Canoe Journey - Part 2
In 1989, seventeen tribes participated in the first modern Canoe Journey, the “Paddle to Seattle”, as part of the Washington State Centennial celebrations. This historic event soon led to annual Canoe Journeys and a cultural revival for Coast Salish tribes.
In part 1 we heard stories from tribal elders, this episode features perspectives from tribal youths on their experiences with Canoe Journey and why they participate.
This is part 2 of a 2-part episode
Panelists include:
Mehana McCloud, Nisqually Indian Tribe and Puyallup Tribe of Indians
Nettsie Bullchild, Director of Tribal Archives/Nisqually Tribal Historic Preservation Office and Tribal Elder, Nisqually Indian Tribe
Owen Oliver, Quinault Indian Nation
Learn more at our tribal partners websites and fortnisqually.org (https://www.parkstacoma.gov/place/fort-nisqually-living-history-museum/).
Resources
Tribal Websites
Puyallup Tribe of Indians: https://www.puyalluptribe-nsn.gov/about-our-tribe/heritage-division/ (https://www.puyalluptribe-nsn.gov/about-our-tribe/heritage-division/)
Nisqually Indian Tribe: https://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/heritage/Medicine_Creek_Potlatch_Journey (https://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/heritage/Medicine_Creek_Potlatch_Journey)
Quinault Indian Nation: https://www.quinaultindiannation.com/ (https://www.quinaultindiannation.com/)
Articles
Tribal canoes participating in the Paddle to Seattle arrive at Golden Gardens Park on July 21, 1989: https://www.historylink.org/file/20269 (https://www.historylink.org/file/20269)
Tribal Canoe Journeys: Strength in Tradition: https://maritimewa.org/story/tribal-canoe-journeys-strength-in-tradition/ (https://maritimewa.org/story/tribal-canoe-journeys-strength-in-tradition/)
Connie McCloud, Tribal Canoe Journey: A Way of Life: https://48north.com/lifestyle/tribal-canoe-journey-a-way-of-life/ (https://48north.com/lifestyle/tribal-canoe-journey-a-way-of-life/)
Other
“Paddle to Seattle 1989”: https://mohai.org/collections-and-research/search/item/2024.55/-%23.2/?searchQuery=Indigenous%20Peoples&modules%5B0%5D=item&pageNum=26 (https://mohai.org/collections-and-research/search/item/2024.55/-%23.2/?searchQuery=Indigenous%20Peoples&modules%5B0%5D=item&pageNum=26)
Leimomiwaiwainui Canoe Family: https://www.facebook.com/leimomiwaiwainui (https://www.facebook.com/leimomiwaiwainui)
18 May 2026
Canoe Journey - Part 1
In 1989, seventeen tribes participated in the first modern Canoe Journey, the “Paddle to Seattle”, as part of the Washington State Centennial celebrations. This historic event soon led to annual Canoe Journeys and a cultural revival for Coast Salish tribes.
In this episode, participants share their Canoe Journey experiences, the history of Canoe Journey, and its importance to tribal communities and traditions.
This is part 1 of a 2-part episode.
Panelists include:
Brianne McCloud, Leimomiwaiwainui Canoe Family Captain, Puyallup Tribe of Indians and Nisqually Indian Tribe
Chester Earl, Director of Community Events, Puyallup Tribe of Indians
Marilyn Wandrey, Former Captain of the Raven Canoe, Suquamish Indian Tribe
Nettsie Bullchild, Director of Tribal Archives/Nisqually Tribal Historic Preservation Office and Tribal Elder, Nisqually Indian Tribe
Learn more at our tribal partners websites and fortnisqually.org (https://www.parkstacoma.gov/place/fort-nisqually-living-history-museum/).
Resources
Tribal Websites
Puyallup Tribe of Indians: https://www.puyalluptribe-nsn.gov/about-our-tribe/heritage-division/ (https://www.puyalluptribe-nsn.gov/about-our-tribe/heritage-division/)
Nisqually Indian Tribe: https://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/heritage/Medicine_Creek_Potlatch_Journey (https://www.nisqually-nsn.gov/heritage/Medicine_Creek_Potlatch_Journey)
Suquamish Indian Tribe: https://suquamish.nsn.us/home/about-us/history-culture/ (https://suquamish.nsn.us/home/about-us/history-culture/)
Articles
Tribal canoes participating in the Paddle to Seattle arrive at Golden Gardens Park on July 21, 1989: https://www.historylink.org/file/20269 (https://www.historylink.org/file/20269)
Tribal Canoe Journeys: Strength in Tradition: https://maritimewa.org/story/tribal-canoe-journeys-strength-in-tradition/ (https://maritimewa.org/story/tribal-canoe-journeys-strength-in-tradition/)
Connie McCloud, Tribal Canoe Journey: A Way of Life: https://48north.com/lifestyle/tribal-canoe-journey-a-way-of-life/ (https://48north.com/lifestyle/tribal-canoe-journey-a-way-of-life/)
Other
“Paddle to Seattle 1989”: https://mohai.org/collections-and-research/search/item/2024.55/-%23.2/?searchQuery=Indigenous%20Peoples&modules%5B0%5D=item&pageNum=26 (https://mohai.org/collections-and-research/search/item/2024.55/-%23.2/?searchQuery=Indigenous%20Peoples&modules%5B0%5D=item&pageNum=26)
Leimomiwaiwainui Canoe Family: https://www.facebook.com/leimomiwaiwainui (https://www.facebook.com/leimomiwaiwainui)
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