Chief Seattle Days

August 18, 19 & 20, 2023

Chief Seattle Days is an annual event that the Suquamish Tribe sponsors to celebrate and honor Chief Seattle for all of his historical accomplishments. As the celebration grows, Suquamish tribal members and community members lead the events you see on the schedule. Some events are ones that the Suquamish community thought would be fun and some are focused on the revitalization of Coast Salish traditions and culture. This celebration is open to the public and people from around the world are invited to experience the Suquamish Tribe’s hospitality, culture and fun.

Chief Seattle Days is sponsored by The Suquamish Tribe.

Schedule Of Events

Chief Seattle Gravesite Honoring

Saturday, August 19 @ 10am

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

Download the event flyer!

Co-Ed Softball Tournament

Friday Aug 18 @ 6pm | Saturday Aug 19 @ 9am | Sunday Aug 20 @ 9am

5283 Totten Road, Poulsbo, WA 98370

Tournament Information

10 teams
7 men and 3 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, 2023

$150 deposit due by August 15 to secure spot
Deposit is non-refundable
Remaining $150 due upon arrival August 18
Cash or check only

Awards

1st Place – – Jackets & Guaranteed Team Plays in 2024
2nd Place – – Hoodies
3rd Place – – Crew Neck Sweatshirts
4th Place – – Long sleeve Dri-Fit

Contact & Application
To enter the softball tournament please contact Craig Miller at 360-394-8574, CraigMiller@suquamish.nsn.us or Magdalena Turrieta at 360-509-9512, Mturrieta@suquamish.nsn.us

Download the event flyer!

Coastal Sharing

Friday, Aug 18 @ 10am | Saturday, Aug 19 @ 1pm | Sunday, Aug 20 @ 10am

7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392

For Chief Seattle Days 2023, there will not be a Powwow. Instead we are implementing coastal sharing.

Powwow’s became part of our community because it was during a time when Native Americans weren’t allowed to practice their culture. Powwow’s were popularized by the media and suddenly became something we were allowed to participate in. Many people of the Suquamish community still hold Powwows as a way to practice culture.

The Suquamish Tribe is working to bring back the traditions of our ancestors, with our traditional songs and dances, along with new songs and dances that our community members choose to share. For 2023, the Suquamish Tribe is going to be sharing songs and dances, along with other local tribes, an event that we are calling Coastal Sharing.

We invite everyone to experience our songs and dances and to celebrate with us. All ages are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there.

Schedule

Friday, Aug 18
- 9:45am – 10:00am
  - Suquamish opens the floor
- 10:00am – 12:00pm
  - Lower Elwha Drum Group
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm
  - Swinomish
- 3:00pm – 4:00pm
  - Suquamish
Saturday, Aug 19
- 1:00pm – 5:00pm
  - Lummi Black Hawks
- 5:00pm – 6:00pm
  - Suquamish
Sunday, Aug 20
- 10:00am – 12:00pm
  - Suquamish

Chief Seattle Days is a drug- and alcohol-free event.

The Suquamish Tribe is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Contact

Lisa Jackson | 360-394-1326 | chiefseattledays@gmail.com

Coastal Jam

Saturday, August 19 @ 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 6pm, coastal sharing 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

Download the event flyer!

Salmon Bake

Fri, Aug 18, Sat Aug 19 & Sun, Aug 20 @ 12pm

7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392

Salmon meals are open to the public.

Meals will be available for purchase each day starting at 12pm, while supplies last.

Meals are $20.00 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

Brittany Bakken | 360-908-8630 | brittanybakken@kianalodge.com

Download the event flyer!

Royalty Pageant

Friday, August 18 @ 4pm

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 Chief Seattle Days (Age 13-18)
Junior Chief Seattle Days (Age 8-12)
Little Chief Seattle Days (Age 4-7)

Application Deadline – Mon July 31, 2023

Registration is open to Suquamish Tribal member and descendant youth
This pageant is gender inclusive
Download the application

Contact

Cori Silvey | 360-900-9526 | csilvey@suquamish.nsn.us

Download the event flyer!

Canoe Races (TIME CHANGE)

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 1pm | Sunday, Aug 20 @ 12pm

NEW TIME: Sunday at 9:15am

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 16, 2023

To register, please fill out the Canoe Race Registration Form
Onsite canoe vehicle parking is limited. Groups must fill out the Canoe Race Registration Form to receive an onsite parking space.

Race Schedule

Contact

Barb Santos | 360-340-2338 | bsantos@suquamish.nsn.us

Sla-hal (Stick Games) CANCELED

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 6pm | Sunday Aug, 20 @ 1pm

7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 | House of Awakened Culture

Schedule

~~Saturday, Aug 19 – 6-10pm~~
- ~~4-5pm – sign-up & check-in~~
- ~~6pm – games begin.~~
~~Sunday, Aug 20 – 1-5pm~~
- ~~11am-12pm – sign-up & check-in~~
- ~~1pm – games begin.~~

Registration

TEAMS
- Teams are limited to 4 to 8 people
- No age restrictions
- Participants 12 or younger need a guardian present to play
- There are no limit to the number of teams that can participate.
ENTRY FEE
- Sign-up / Registration is available in-person only during the times mentioned above
- Entry Fee: $65.00 per team
- Entry fee payment is cash only and due upon sign-up.

Prizes

~~Saturday, Aug 19~~
- ~~1st Place – $950~~
- ~~2nd Place – $550~~
- ~~3rd Place – Chief Seattle Days Sweatshirts~~
~~Sunday, Aug 20~~
- ~~1st Place – $950~~
- ~~2nd Place – $550~~
- ~~3rd Place – Chief Seattle Days Sweatshirts~~

Contact

Ty Purser | 360-633-6336 | tyleeander@gmail.com

Download the event flyer!

Cornhole Tournament

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 12:30pm

5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370

Schedule

Saturday, Aug 19
- 11:30am – Check-in
- 12:00pm – Warm-up
- 12:30pm – Games begin

Registration

Register by Aug 15
- $30.00 per team
- $15.00 per person
Register Aug 16 to the day of
- $50.00 per team
- $25.00 per person
Payment
- payment by check is acceptable by Aug 15
- After Aug 15, registration fees are cash only
Application
- To register your team, please fill out the Cornhole Tournament Registration Form
- Ryan will contact you to finalize your registration and discuss payment

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

Ryan Boure | 360-394-7150 | Rboure@suquamish.nsn.us

Download the event flyer!

Horseshoe Tournament

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 11:30am | Sunday, Aug 20 @ 11:30am

5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370

Schedule

Saturday, Aug 19
- 10:30am – Check-in
- 11:00am – Warm-up
- 11:30am – Games begin
Sunday, Aug 20
- 10:30am – Check-in
- 11:00am – Warm-up
- 11:30am – Games begin

Registration

Register by Aug 15
- $20.00 per team
- $10.00 per person
Register Aug 16 to the day of
- $40.00 per team
- $20.00 per person
Payment
- payment by check is acceptable by Aug 15
- After Aug 15, registration fees are cash only
Application
- To register your team, please fill out the Horseshoe Tournament Registration Form
- Rachel will contact you to finalize your registration and discuss payment

Teams

Single Player
Double Teams (2 people)
Must be 16 or older to participate
Tournament is open to the public

Prizes

Saturday, Aug 19
- Singles
  - 1st Place – $100
  - 2nd Place – $50
- Doubles
  - 1st Place – $100
  - 2nd Place – $50
Sunday, Aug 20
- Singles
  - 1st Place – $100 + 1 Sweatshirt
  - 2nd Place – $50
- Doubles
  - 1st Place – $100 + 2 Sweatshirts
  - 2nd Place – $50

Contact

Rachel Nellenbach | 360-394-8418 | rnellenbach@suquamish.nsn.us

Download the event flyer!

Teen Dance

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 8pm

5243 Totten Rd, Poulsbo WA, 98370

We’re excited to bring back the teen dance! The dance will take place at the Family & Friends Center from 8-10pm.

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

Download the event flyer!

Elders Walk

Saturday, Aug 19 @ 11:30am

7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 | House of Awakened Culture

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 jacket.

Contact

Barbara Hoffman | 360-394-8468 | bhoffman@suquamish.nsn.us

5K Fun Run

Sunday, Aug 20 @ 9am

7235 NE Pkwy, Suquamish, WA 98392 | House of Awakened Culture

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 20
- 8:00am – Check-in
- 9:00am – Race begins

Registration

Register by Aug 15
- $15 per person
- Acceptable payment is check or cash
Register Aug 16 to the day of
- $20 per person
- Acceptable payment is cash only
Application
- To register for the event, fill out the Fun Run Registration Form
- Or print the event flyer to fill out a paper 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

Download the event flyer & Fun Run route map!

Vendors

Friday, Aug 18 | Saturday, Aug 19 | Sunday, Aug 20

Chief Seattle Days is a celebration that is sponsored and operated by the Suquamish Tribe. Please help make this event safe and enjoyable by NOT bringing drugs and alcohol on the celebration grounds.

Vendor Application

Suquamish Tribal Members
- Vendor applications are open to Suquamish Tribal Members from May 1 – July 13, 2023
- Applications are due by July 13, 2023
- Suquamish Tribal Members can still submit applications after July 13, but application will open up to the public, and booth space will be limited.
Public Applications
- Applications will be open to the public on July 14, 2023
- Applications are due by Aug 11, 2023
Deposits
- A deposit is required to hold your booth space, please make checks payable to
  - CSD – Suquamish Tribe
Submitting Application
- Download the application
- Deposit is REQUIRED to confirm your booth space, when submitting your application you can do one of the following
  - Email your completed application to Diana Riggins at drsuquamish@dr.com and then mail your check to:
    ATTN: Chief Seattle Days Vendors
    P.O. Box 498
    Suquamish, WA 98392
  - Or print your application, then mail your completed application and check to the address above.

- You can also physically deliver your application and deposit to:
  Suquamish Tribe Administration Building Receptionist
  18490 Suquamish Way
  Suquamish, WA 98392

Vendor Schedule

Friday, Aug 18, 10:00am – 8:00pm
Saturday, Aug 19, 10:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday, Aug 20, 10:00am – 4:00pm

Vendors are welcome to stay open later than the times mentioned above, but vendors are required to open their booths by 10am each day.

Contact

Diana Riggins | 360-900-3344 | drsuquamish@dr.com

Vendor Map

Volunteers

Friday, Aug 18 | Saturday, Aug 19 | Sunday, Aug 20

Volunteers are part of what makes this event possible!

If you’d like to volunteer for Chief Seattle Days 2023, please fill out our online form.

When filling out the application, please note that you’d like to volunteer specifically for Chief Seattle Days
All ages are welcome to volunteer, anyone 13 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to let us know

Contact

Sarah Henley | 360-394-8443 | shenley@suquamish.nsn.us