The Muckleshoot Canoe Family joined several other Tribes on Sept. 24 for Native American Days at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup. The event brought together Tribal communities to share their songs, dances, and traditions with fairgoers while celebrating the rich cultures of the region. The Muckleshoot Canoe Family proudly represented the Tribe, sharing traditions that continue to be passed down.
Secretary Jessica Garcia-Jones traveled this summer to meet with several important political figures including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY) and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (KY).
As we enter the season of harvest and preparation for the colder months that follow, we know that many in the community are busy exercising our Treaty-protected rights to fill their freezers with fish and game to carry us through the year.
Members of the Muckleshoot Fish Commission met with Seattle Public Utilities General Manager Andrew Lee and his leadership team to tour the Cedar River Hatchery and discuss collaboration opportunities.
On Saturday, September 6th, Waterfront Park celebrated its historic grand opening. What was once the noisy Alaskan Way Viaduct is now a 20-acre civic waterfront — built for joy, connection, and community.
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