Events

November is Native American Heritage Month, and you can spend it learning cultural knowledge in the traditions of Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde. Using authentic, natural materials, you can make a hide possible bag, cedar bark rose or ornament, or a beaded necklace. The variety of craft options for a wide range of skill levels makes this a fun opportunity for the whole family. Classes will be interwoven with stories of the tribal traditions and lifeways of Oregon’s First People.

November is Native American Heritage Month, and you can spend it learning cultural knowledge in the traditions of Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde. Using authentic, natural materials, you can make a hide possible bag, cedar bark rose or ornament, or a beaded necklace. The variety of craft options for a wide range of skill levels makes this a fun opportunity for the whole family. Classes will be interwoven with stories of the tribal traditions and lifeways of Oregon’s First People.

Enjoy Oregon Trail-era music on historically-accurate instruments such as hammered and mountain dulcimers, fiddle, acoustic bass, banjo and Native American flute. Local musicians Nancy and Rob Downie share the history and origin of the tunes.

November is Native American Heritage Month, and you can spend it learning cultural knowledge in the traditions of Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde. Using authentic, natural materials, you can make a hide possible bag, cedar bark rose or ornament, or a beaded necklace. The variety of craft options for a wide range of skill levels makes this a fun opportunity for the whole family. Classes will be interwoven with stories of the tribal traditions and lifeways of Oregon’s First People.

November is Native American Heritage Month, and you can spend it learning cultural knowledge in the traditions of Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde. Using authentic, natural materials, you can make a hide possible bag, cedar bark rose or ornament, or a beaded necklace. The variety of craft options for a wide range of skill levels makes this a fun opportunity for the whole family. Classes will be interwoven with stories of the tribal traditions and lifeways of Oregon’s First People.

Join us in celebrating the season on the melodeon! A local musician will bring this historic instrument to life by playing 19th-century Christmas carols and songs that are still yuletide favorites today! Sing along or simply listen in while enjoying the exhibits and special holiday crafts.

Learn fun, simple folkdances, as well as how the culture, history, and lifestyle of the Oregon Trail pioneers are reflected in their traditional dances. Alene Hochstetter of “Passport to Dance” will teach visitors of all ages folkdances like the Virginia Reel and Heel Toe Polka. Dance in the steps of pioneers to experience history in a new way.