Schedule change: Elders Walk will be held at the Athletic Center (5283 Totten Rd, Poulsbo) at 10 am.
CHIEF SEATTLE GRAVESITE HONORING
Saturday, August 17 @ 10-11am
7076 NE South St, Suquamish, WA 98392
Chief Seattle Days began in 1911 to honor Chief Seattle and the Suquamish people. As the celebration grew in size, a gravesite ceremony was added and continues to this day. During the gravesite ceremony, we practice our traditions, invite people to tell stories, and remind people of the history of Chief Seattle and the Suquamish people.
The Suquamish are one of more than twenty tribal groups that were parties to the Treaty of Point Elliott, signed near Mukilteo, on north Puget Sound, on January 22, 1855. This document was the second of five treaties that Territorial Governor Isaac Stevens negotiated with tribes in western Washington. Representing both the Suquamish and Duwamish tribes at the treaty signing was Chief Seattle, along with many sub-chiefs and leaders of other tribes. The Suquamish gave up title to their lands, which encompassed most of present Kitsap County, for acknowledgement and protection of their fishing and hunting rights, health care, education and a reservation at Port Madison.
We invite the public to join us in celebrating Chief Seattle. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please contact Della Crowell, 360-394-8417, dcrowell@suquamish.nsn.us
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POWWOW
Saturday Aug 17 @ 1pm | Sunday Aug 18 @ noon
House of Awakened Culture
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392
Saturday, Aug 17
- 9am – Registration for Dancers and Drummers Opens
- Noon – Salmon Bake (Open to All)
- 1pm – 1st Grand Entry
- 4pm – Hoop Dancer Presentation
- 5pm – Dinner
- 7pm – 2nd Grand Entry
Sunday, Aug 18
- Noon – Salmon Bake and Grand Entry
- 1:30pm – Hoop Dancer Presentation
- 3pm – Powwow Awards Ceremony
- 4pm – Retiring of the Colors
Chief Seattle Days is a drug- and alcohol-free event.
The Suquamish Tribe is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Contact
ChiefSeattleDays@suquamish.nsn.us
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COASTAL JAM
Friday Aug 16 @ 6pm
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392
We invite tribal families to share songs and dances at the 2023 Chief Seattle Days Coastal Jam
Dinner will be served at 5pm, coastal jam will start shortly after
Chief Seattle Days is a drug- and alcohol-free event.
The Suquamish Tribe is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Contact
Joey Holmes | 360-865-1640 | jholmes@suquamish.nsn.us
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SALMON BAKE
Saturday Aug 17 & Sunday Aug 18 @ 12pm
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392
Salmon meals are open to the public.
Meals will be available starting at 12pm, while supplies last.
Meals are $15.00 each and include a bottled water. Cash only please.
Seating will be available on the slab to enjoy meals.
Suquamish Tribal Member Elders receive one (1) complimentary meal per day.
Contact
ChiefSeattleDays@suquamish.nsn.us
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ROYALTY PAGEANT
Friday, August 16 @ 3pm
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 | House of Awakened Culture
Serving as Chief Seattle Days Royalty is a meaningful opportunity for Suquamish youth that promotes community involvement, kind and respectful choices, and Suquamish youth representation in important spaces. Our annual Chief Seattle Days celebration is remembered and honored each time our Suquamish youth wear their crown and sash year around.
Royalty Positions
- Senior Warrior/Miss/Two Spirit (Age 13-18)
- Junior Warrior/Miss/Two Spirit (Age 8-12)
- Tiny Tot Warrior/Miss/Two Spirit (Age 4-7)
Application Deadline – Aug 2, 2024
- Registration is open to Suquamish Tribal member and descendant youth
- This pageant is gender inclusive
Contact
Cori Silvey | 360-900-9526 | csilvey@suquamish.nsn.us
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CANOE RACES
Saturday, Aug 17 @ 1-8pm | Sunday, Aug 18 @ Noon
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 | Charles Lawrence Memorial Boat Ramp
Canoe Racing is open to tribal-affiliated canoe clubs. All are welcome to watch the canoe races.
Registration Deadline – Aug 13, 2024
- Onsite canoe vehicle parking is limited. Groups must fill out the Canoe Race Registration Form to receive an onsite parking space.
Contact
Barb Santos | 360-340-2338 | bsantos@suquamish.nsn.us
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CO-ED SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
Friday, Aug 16 | Saturday, Aug 17 | Sunday, Aug 18
5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370
Tournament Information
- 10 teams
- 6 men and 4 women are required on the field at all times
- Players age 12 and older are welcome
- Players age 12–17 need a guardian present to play
- 12 Player Roster
- All native teams + 1 male and 1 female that are non-tribal
- $300 Entry Fee per team
Registration Deadline: Aug 15, 2024
- $150 deposit due by August 2 to secure spot
- Deposit is non-refundable
- Remaining $150 due upon arrival August 16
- Cash or check only
Awards
- 1st Place – – Jackets & Guaranteed Team Plays in 2024
- 2nd Place – – Hoodies
- 3rd Place – – Crew Neck Sweatshirts
Contact & Application
To enter the softball tournament please contact:
Craig Miller at 360-394-8574 | CraigMiller@suquamish.nsn.us
Magdalena Turrieta at 360-509-9512 | Mturrieta@suquamish.nsn.us
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3 x 3 Basketball Tournament
Friday, Aug 16 – 3pt shootout
Saturday, Aug 17 | Sunday, Aug 18 – Tournament
5283 Totten Road, Poulsbo, WA 98370
Tournament Information
Boys and girls divisions:
High school (class of 2028 – 2025) 14U, 12U, 10U
$25 per player
3 player teams, 4 player roster max
Sign up now! Limited to 8 teams per division.
Awards
- 1st Place – – Hoodies
- 2nd Place – – T-shirts
Contact & Application
Registration is full – no longer accepting applications.
Questions: Call 360-908-7210.
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Friday, Aug 16 @ 9am
Whitehorse Golf Club
22795 Three Lions Pl. NE, Kingston, WA 98346
Shotgun Scramble starts at 9am
4-person team | Price per team $600.
Your registration includes:
- Round of golf + Cart
- Sleeve of golf balls for each player
- Logo Towel
- Awards Luncheon
- Cash prizes
- Chief Seattle Days Golf T-shirt
Registration for Teams of Four
Registration for individual Golfers
Click here for more information.
Proceeds from this tournament benefit Chief Kitsap Academy Athletics!
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
Saturday, Aug 17 @ 11:30am
Fitness Center Field
5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370
Schedule
- Saturday, Aug 17
- 11:30am – Check-in
- 12:00pm – Warm-up
- 12:30pm – Games begin
Registration
- Fee
- $40.00 per team
- $20.00 per person
- Payment
- Cash, check, or card due at event
- Registration
- To reserve a spot for your team, please fill out the Cornhole Tournament Registration Form
Teams
- Double Teams (2 people)
- Up to 20 teams can register
- Must be 16 or older to participate
- Tournament is open to the public
Prizes
- 1st Place – $300
- 2nd Place – $200
- 3rd Place – $100
Contact
Rachel Nellenbach | 360-394-8423 | rnellenbach@suquamish.nsn.us
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HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT
Saturday, Aug 17 @ 12pm
Fitness Center Field
5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370
Schedule
- Saturday, Aug 17
- 12am – Check-in
- 12:30pm – Warm-up
- 1pm – Games begin
Registration
- Fee (due at event)
- $40.00 per team
- $20.00 per person
- Payment
- Cash, check, card
- Reserve a spot for your team by registering here.
Teams
- Double Teams (2 people)
- Up to 20 teams can register
- Must be 16 or older to participate
- Tournament is open to the public
Prizes
- 1st Place – $300 & t-shirts
- 2nd Place – $200
- 3rd Place – $100
Contact
Rachel Nellenbach | 360-394-8423 | rnellenbach@suquamish.nsn.us
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TEEN DANCE
Saturday, Aug 17 @ 8-11pm
Family & Friends Center
5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370
- Open to all youth in 7th – 12th grade
- No entry fee
- Chaperones will be present for the entire event
- Transportation is not provided. Youth must have their own transportation to and from the dance.
Chief Seattle Days is a drug- and alcohol-free event.
Contact
Angelina Sosa | 360-394-7142 | asosa@suquamish.nsn.us
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ELDERS WALK
Sunday, Aug 18 @ 10am
Schedule change:
Elders Walk will be held at the Athletic Center (5283 Totten Rd, Poulsbo) at 10 am.
Suquamish Tribal Member Elders are invited to participate in the Chief Seattle Days Elders Walk.
Each Elder who participates in the walk will receive a Chief Seattle Days T-shirt
Contact
Barbara Hoffman | 360-394-8468 | bhoffman@suquamish.nsn.us
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5K FUN RUN
Sunday, Aug 18 @ 8am
House of Awakened Culture
7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392
A fun, scenic and challenging course that passes by historic cultural heritage sites in Suquamish such as Chief Seattle’s Grave, Old Man House Park, marine water and mountain views, and starts and finishes at the Suquamish Tribe’s beautiful House of Awakened Culture.
Schedule
- Sunday, Aug 18
- 7:30am – Check-in
- 8:00am – Race begins
Registration
- $20 per person
- Payment: check, cash, or card
- First 50 to register get free Chief Seattle Days T-shirt
- Register early for the event, fill out the Fun Run Registration Form
Awards
- Elders (55+)
- 1st Place – Ribbon & Commemorative Blanket
- 2nd Place – Ribbon
- Adult (19 – 54)
- 1st Place – Ribbon & Commemorative Blanket
- 2nd Place – Ribbon
- Youth (18 & Younger)
- 1st Place – Ribbon & Commemorative Blanket
- 2nd Place – Ribbon
Children need to run on their own to qualify for awards
Children in strollers do not qualify for awards
Contact
Abby Purser | 360-394-8550 | apurser@suquamish.nsn.us
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