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Where to begin a journey learning about the Coast Salish People — museums & art around Seattle

September 24, 2021 by Matthew

A traditional canoe used by Coast Salish People, carved from cedar and painted with ceremonial colors. In this case the bow is yellow with orange and black markings.

About 12,000 years ago, the last great glacier smothering Western Washington crawled through the path of least resistance, leaving behind the rolling islands and deep waters comprising the Salish Sea. Since then, people have lived in this part of the world, basking in the beauty and bounty of the land. Over time, tribal structures developed and the Coast Salish People … [Read more...] about Where to begin a journey learning about the Coast Salish People — museums & art around Seattle

Seattle to Vancouver drive — plan the best road trip

August 9, 2021 by Matthew

The giant Peace Arch at the United States Canada border is a milestone along the Seattle to Vancouver Drive. The giant white marble columns are located on a grassy green lawn with trees and gardens and both the US and Canadian flags fly proudly overhead.

This wonderland we call the Pacific Northwest is a region with vast beauty and variety that encompasses two countries and several states -- depending upon who you ask. Regardless of semantics and despite the political border, we blend together in commerce, history, spectacular natural beauty, and fantastic itineraries for visitors -- whether you're returning or exploring for … [Read more...] about Seattle to Vancouver drive — plan the best road trip

Celebration and remembering this 4th of July

July 4, 2021 by Matthew

The watershed 1855 Point Elliott Treaty, signed near present day Mukilteo, Washington, drastically reduced Salish tribal lands. It was negotiated using about 300 Chinook Jargon words — which made nuances unclear to many of the signatories, who mostly spoke versions of Lushootseed.  The Snohomish, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, and other ally tribes were combined into the area … [Read more...] about Celebration and remembering this 4th of July

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