Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of the Pacific Northwest with the Native Indigenous Presentations series at City Hall Park in Downtown Seattle. This free, lunchtime series offers a unique opportunity to learn about and experience Indigenous culture through storytelling, music, dance, and art.

Organized by the Seattle Parks and Recreation department in partnership with Windz of Change Alliance, the presentations take place from noon to 1 pm throughout the summer. The following descriptions comes from the event organizer.

July 9 | Paul Chiyokten Wagner, Saanich Nation
Traditional Coash Salish Storyteller and flutist

July 11 | Richard Swil Kanim Marshall, Lummi Nation
Violin Story Teller

July 16 | Tony Bluehorse, Dakota Sioux
Powwow Style with Rockin Horse Drum Songs & Dances

July 23 | Blue Heron Canoe Family, Snohomish
Coast Salish Canoe Family Songs and Dances

August 13 | Blue Heron Canoe Family, Snohomish
Coast Salish Canoe Family Songs and Dances

August 15 | Tony Bluehorse, Dakota Sioux
Powwow Style with Rockin Horse Drum Songs & Dances

August 29 | Richard Swil Kanim Marshall, Lummi Nation
Violin Story Teller

September 5 | Micah McCarty, Makah
Coastal Art and Ceremony – Makah songs with visual and carving art forms

Date TBD | Ty Juvenil
Tulalip Ceremonial Canoe Paddle Art Exhibit (More information coming soon)