Sowing the Seeds For Today and Tomorrow: Oregon Indian Tribal Economies
This illustrated lecture covers the deep historical presence of Native Americans in Oregon. For at least 500 generations the ancestors of modern tribes lived in and used the resources of this land. Dislocated in the 1840s and 1850s by Euro-American settlers, unfair treaties, warfare, and removal to reservations, Oregon's tribal communities endured and survived. Since 1989 they have sown new seeds for success. They have developed businesses that generate thousands of jobs and foster health, housing, education, and a sense of well-being. Oregon tribes endure today and build for tomorrow.
Stephen Dow Beckham is the Pamplin Professor of History, Emeritus, Lewis & Clark College, and a resident of Lake Oswego for nearly a half-century. His a former "Oregon Professor of the Year" and recipient of the Asher Distinguished Teaching Award, American Historical Association.
This presentation will take place at The Springs at Lake Oswego as part of Oswego Heritage Council's First Wednesday Chautauqua series. For additional information about OHC visit, www.OswegoHeritage.org
This program is free and open to the public!
