THE CHUMASH INDIANS
Social and Religious Gatherings



The Chumash continue to hold many gatherings, both social and spirituald in Southern California. Unfortunately, there is no one place you can go to find out about all of them. One way to learn more is to ask the various Chumash council's listed at Chumash

CURRENT EVENTS: For an excellent source of information on native Californian gatherings in Southern California, including Chumash events, see the link called OCB Tracker (below) which covers a wide range of information on Southern California Indian events [626-914-0306].

Here are some notes that might be of assistance to anyone who wants to search the web for more information on Chumash Indian gatherings. These are not intended as comprehensive listings, just suggestions for looking further.

SUMMER SOLSTICE: A public celebration of the summer solstice is held each June on the Central Mountain of the Chumash nation. This peak was originally called Iwihinmu, which means a place of mystery. You can find it on your map under the name Pine Moutain, a short distance west from Frazier Park and Fort Tejon. The annual prayer vigil on Mount Pinos (Iwihinmu), is held on the summer solitice (June 21). In 1999 the 21st fell on a Monday, and the Chumash celebrated with prayer, dancing and the gathering of people on June 19th and 20th, which was the previous Saturday and Sunday. There is over night camping, for more information contact James Leon at (805) 323 4328. Tejon

FALL POWWOW: SANTA YNEZ RESERVATION An Annual Fall powwow date Oct. 19 & 20 at Live Oak campground. For further call Virginia or Dorothy at 805-688-7997. Thanks, Tribal Admin.

SUMMER POWWOW: TEHACHAPI This June powwow is attended by some Bakersfield Chumash and other Tejon reservation Indians. June. 805-822-6613.

CALIFORNIA INDIAN COUNCIL POWWOW: The annual "Everything is Sacred" Intertribal Pow Wow takes place in Borchard Park, Newbury Park, California. In the year 2000 it will be held . September 16th & 17th. This gathering is attended by many individuals within the Chumash community, including members of the Santa Ynez Reservation. There is no charge for addmission or parking. Everyone is welcome! For information please call (805) 493-2863

COASTAL BAND GATHERINGS: For current events and general information, you can contact a staff member at 1-805-252-5533.

This web page is presented by the author, and does not necessarily represent the views of the Chumash Indians, either individually or in a group.

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