A historical photograph of sailing canoes in Fidalgo Bay.

Archives

The mission of the Samish Archives is to obtain and preserve records and artifacts relevant to Samish History and Culture.

The Archives Program maintains, preserves, and protects Samish collections according to professional and Samish Indian Nation standards. The Samish Archives contains significant historical information comprising a valuable resource that impacts nearly every Samish program and member. The community, tribal members, and students are able to conduct research in many areas: tribal history, genealogy, archaeology, and photographs.

The Archives Program accepts donations of documents, photographs, educational materials, audio records, archaeological artifacts, and other materials that relate to the history and culture of the Samish Indian Nation. Please contact the Archives Program if you have information pertaining to Samish history and culture, or if you would like to donate items. All materials considered for donation will be evaluated to determine eligibility for inclusion in the collections.

Shawl Making Class (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn to fringe a traditional shawl, taught by Trish Breckenridge.

Dates: 14 – 14 Oct, 2025

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Fabric Block Printing Class (Summit Park)

Anacortes, WA

Carve a custom stamp design and learn to block print fabric, taught by Rose Pond.

Dates: 18 – 18 Oct, 2025

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Food and Medical Savings Assistance Programs


Elders will learn about eligibility for additional food and medical benefits and savings.

Dates: 20 – 20 Oct, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 23 – 23 Oct, 2025

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Samish Halloween Party

Anacortes, WA

Get ready for a spooky good time at our Samish Halloween Party—a fun-filled celebration for the whole family!

Dates: 25 – 25 Oct, 2025

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Harvest Fest (Fidalgo Bay Resort)

Anacortes, WA

Save the date for the annual Samish Harvest Fest at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 01 – 01 Nov, 2025

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Putting Away the Paddles (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Join Samish Canoe Family at Fidalgo Bay Resort to celebrate the end of our 2025 season!

Dates: 01 – 01 Nov, 2025

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Cedar Reindeer Ornaments Class (online)

Anacortes, WA

Weave a reindeer Christmas ornament from cedar bark, taught by Pat Dunn.

Dates: 05 – 05 Nov, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 06 – 06 Nov, 2025

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Medicare Open Enrollment


Informative session to help you navigate Medicare options.

Dates: 13 – 13 Nov, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 20 – 20 Nov, 2025

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Christmas Party (Fidalgo Bay Resort)

Anacortes, WA

Save the date for the annual Samish Christmas Party at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 06 – 06 Dec, 2025

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Winter Traditions Talk (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about Samish winter traditions, taught by Trish Breckenridge.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2025

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Save the date for the annual Virtual Samish Christmas Party.

Dates: 12 – 12 Dec, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 18 – 18 Dec, 2025

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