In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Pacific University will host Oregon Is Indian Country, an Oregon Historical Society exhibit representing the “groundbreaking project that brought together all nine federally recognized Oregon Tribes” to celebrate the vibrant indigenous cultures within our state (ohs.org).

On display from November 1-December 1, 2024, this traveling exhibit will end its 15-year journey on the Forest Grove Campus in the Tran Library. Don’t miss this chance to learn about the Oregon Tribes, their land, and their culture.

Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each November in recognition of the history, culture, and traditions of indigenous people.

Ways to celebrate Native American Heritage Month:

• Read a book about Native American history or traditions – Tran Library offers many titlestarget=”_blank”>calendar and just show up, all are welcome
• Visit a Native American museum, heritage center, or historical site – or see the exhibit in Tran Library
• Cook a Native American recipe – see family recipes belonging to members of the Indigenous Student Alliance (ISA) on display in the Tran Library throughout November
• Participate in an ISA activity – see their calendar and just show up, all are welcome

Image Credit – A prayer opens the Pi-Ume-Sha Powwow, 2008. Courtesy of Spilyay Tymoo, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs