At the time of the 1970 Takeover, Bernie Whitebear, United Indians’ founder, conceived of an expansive vision for the future of Seattle’s Fort Lawton: reclaiming Native land to build a cultural center, an art gallery, and affordable housing for our community. While Bernie oversaw the execution of much of that vision during his lifetime, the … Continue reading Affordable Housing at Fort Lawton: Bernie’s Dream a Reality
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Meet the 2018-19 Powwow Princess!
Have you had a chance to learn about our Powwow Princess, Simsimtko? She has spent the last twelve months traveling around the country visiting as many Powwows as she could! Interested in being the next Powwow Princess? Application details can be found here. Hello, my name is Simsimtko (Shimmering Water) Sallee Whitewing. I greet you … Continue reading Meet the 2018-19 Powwow Princess!
Powered by the Wisdom of Womxn: Board Chair Pauline American Horse on the Importance of Women at United Indians
From her work as the Indian Child Welfare Program Manager at United Indians early in her career, through her long tenure as a social worker with the Department of Social and Health Services, Pauline American Horse has served the Native community in a number of ways. Pauline American Horse (Right) With Emeritus Board Member Randy … Continue reading Powered by the Wisdom of Womxn: Board Chair Pauline American Horse on the Importance of Women at United Indians
49th Anniversary of the Takeover of Fort Lawton
On March 8, we celebrate the 49th anniversary of the 1970 Takeover of Fort Lawton. This dramatic protest brought together urban Natives and allies responding to a international call to join in community and work towards justice. The Takeover led to the founding of United Indians of All Tribes Foundation, and the creation of a home … Continue reading 49th Anniversary of the Takeover of Fort Lawton
The Takeover of Fort Lawton
News Coverage and Documents from the Takeover of Fort Lawton, March 8, 1970. Seattle Post-Intelligencer, 11-23-1970 Seattle Times, 11-9-1970
Southern Resident Orca Recovery Task Force
The plight of the southern resident orca whales drew national attention this July, when an orca calf died within a few hours of birth and was carried by its mother, Tahlequah, for weeks after. Sadly, southern resident orca pregnancies from 2008-2014 failed at a rate of nearly 70%. One reason is the severe decline in … Continue reading Southern Resident Orca Recovery Task Force
Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop Opening at Sea-Tac
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation is excited to announce the opening of our Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop at Sea-Tac Airport! The store will open at the end of November, and we will be celebrating Native American Heritage Month with the Port of Seattle to recognize the significant contributions the first Americans made to the … Continue reading Sacred Circle Gallery Gift Shop Opening at Sea-Tac
Native Women Running for Office in Unprecedented Numbers
During the 2018 mid-term election cycle, more women than ever are seeking offices ranging from city council to the United States Senate, with a record number of over 40 female Native candidates running. Before the votes are counted on November 6, let’s take a look at these historic races: Peggy Flanagan Peggy Flanagan (Ojibwe), a … Continue reading Native Women Running for Office in Unprecedented Numbers
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