Kenia Diaz16 hours agoFrom
Such a wholesome space. Proud of the Yakama nation. Chicanos stand with their right to self determination & hope to one day see them get their land back. We stand in solidarity with our native brothers, sisters, & half spirit siblings 🫶🏽
Norma Patrick16 hours agoFrom
It was awesome to see everyone. Walk safe n Drive safe. Happy treaty days.
Kids got lots of candy. N had fun watching the parade here in Toppenish,Wa. Hopefully we can meet next time next year
Jodie Bass16 hours agoFrom
This place is a proud memorial for a humble people who deserve our honor and respect. I've seen complaints about the items in the gift shop being "over-priced." It's a community center, your money goes to the community. Much like buying from the Goodwill or Salvation Army. Would you rather spend your money at the Casino? The most important thing you can do on your trip here is visit the museum. It tells the history of the Yakama Nation and how badly the US has treated them, for over 150 years. They have suffered losing 90% of their native land and having their sons and daughters taken from them to be forced into boarding schools and made to forget their culture and lifestyle. Even their religion, that teaches peaceful coexistence with all of nature and The Creator, has been watered down after years of western religious aggression. It's heartbreaking, to be sure, but also amazing that these beautiful people still live on their native land. Everything about this cultural center, the gift shop, the museum and even the library are filled with so much grace and strength. If you pay attention, you'll hear your guardian spirit calling out to you.