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About Samish

The Samish Indian Nation is governed by a seven member Tribal Council elected to oversee the welfare and resources of the Tribe; its constitution, economic development, policies, legislation, enrollment, and justice. A General Council, all voting age citizens, maintains active participation in both the governance responsibilities and cultural gatherings of the Tribe. Today the leaders of the Tribe move both in the traditional Samish ways and use the tools of the modern day world. The Tribe offers to its citizens a wide variety of opportunities such as:

The Samish work with state and federal agencies on several grants to protect the environment and preserve natural and cultural resources, as well as creating a sound economic base for our tribe and each individual family. The Samish are strong and committed people. We are committed to reestablishing our homelands, strengthening our tribal culture, demonstrating traditional stewardship of cultural and natural resources, and being a contributing force in the economic base of our region. In short, the Tribe is continuing in the ways of their ancestors, carrying forth the values and visions of a strong Samish Indian Nation.


Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Preventing Winter Illness


Samish Elders are invited to learn how to prevent winter illness.

Dates: 10 – 10 Oct, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 10 – 10 Oct, 2024

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Book Club: 1491 (virtual)


Join us for a discussion of “1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus” by Charles C. Mann.

Dates: 15 – 15 Oct, 2024

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Samish Elders Virtual & In-Person Bingo Fun!


Samish Elders are invited to Bingo Fun!

Dates: 18 – 18 Oct, 2024

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Samish Health & Wellness Fair 2024

Anacortes, WA

Gather for a fun day learning about health and wellness and getting connected to local resources.

Dates: 19 – 19 Oct, 2024

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Netse Mot: One People Gathering (Seattle)


Join Samish households attending Netse Mot: One People Gathering (Seattle)

Dates: 22 – 22 Oct, 2024

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 24 – 24 Oct, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 24 – 24 Oct, 2024

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Harvest Fest (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come celebrate the season of Píxwel (fall) with a shared meal at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 02 – 02 Nov, 2024

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Beaded Ornament Class (online)


Learn to make a beaded ornament for the holidays.

Dates: 05 – 05 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 07 – 07 Nov, 2024

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Book Club: Jesintel (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Jesintel: Living Wisdom from Coast Salish Elders” by Children of the Setting Sun Productions.

Dates: 12 – 12 Nov, 2024

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Caring for Yourself When You Have Arthritis


Samish Elders will learn about arthritis and self-care.

Dates: 14 – 14 Nov, 2024

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2024

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Christmas Party (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 07 – 07 Dec, 2024

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Book Club: Haboo (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Haboo: Native American Stories from Puget Sound” by Vi Hilbert.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2024

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with holiday bingo, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2024

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