Confluence Library

Tony Johnson explains how traditional stories tell of reality and are more than “myths.”

In this video, Johnny Jackson describes the signing of the Walla Walla Treaty and the importance of learning his history.

Johnny Jackson talks about the chief system, place names, and the history of the river.

Johnny Jackson talks about protecting sacred sites along the river and resisting the reservations.

Tanna Engdahl talks about the Cowlitz spiritual connection and the determination not to leave their homeland.

Tanna Engdahl talks about the Cowlitz were in constant movement and used canoes and the rivers to travel.

Tanna Engdahl discusses the Cowlitz connection to horses.

Tanna Engdahl talks about working with what the Creator gave the Cowlitz and the art of weaving and canoe making.

Tanna Engdahl about harvesting and not taking too much, in preparation for future generations.

Tanna Engdahl talks about the importance of smelt.