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Nez Perce Wallowa Homeland

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A place-based nonprofit non-tribal organization opening the trail home.

The Nez Perce Homeland site, consists of 320 acres just outside of the city of Wallowa, has become the permanent home of the Nez Perce Tamkaliks Celebration and Friendship Feast. The site includes lush Wallowa River frontage and bottom- land, rimrock bluffs, and grassy uplands with spectacular views of mountains and traditional valley camping and grazing areas.

10/12/2026

Today we remember the past, honor our present, and continue to advocate for our futures.

photo features an indigenous woman, a girl, and a man riding horses, all wearing regalia. A horse with no rider is led by the man and his horse. This image is from a memorial horse procession during the Tamkaliks Celebration.

10/10/2026

It is with great sorrow that we acknowledge the passing of David Weaver. And it is with immense gratitude that we acknowledge his work as a historian of Wallowa County. David has been a fierce advocate and generous educator, and his legacy remains in our valley with his work, and with those he loved and who love him.

David's Celebration of Life October 10th:
10:00 Gathering at the Nez Perce Homeland Dance Arbor
10:30 Memorial Service
11:30 Music and Images at the Wallowa Senior Center
1:00 Potluck Meal

09/30/2026

September 30th is National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools. Today we remember those indigenous children lost to and abused by the Indian boarding school system.

09/24/2026

qeˀciyéw̓yew! Thank you for a beautiful Summer season!

Today is the last day the Nez Perce Wallowa Homeland Interpretive Center will be publicly open for the season. We will re-open next spring.

However, we love to share our center with groups seeking cultural education, so please reach out if you would like to schedule a field trip or group tour.

09/15/2026

Our 2026 Tamkaliks Celebration and Friendship Feast this Summer was such a beautiful gathering at the wal'áwa Homeland!
This year our poster, program, and t-shirts featured tiwíiteqis (aka Old Chief Joseph), as this year marks the 100th anniversary of his reburial and memorial dedication at Wallowa Lake.
Read more about tiwíiteqis and the monument in Joseph in the pages from this year's Tamkaliks Program.
We would love to hear about your memories from this year's Tamkaliks Celebration - share your photos and highlights in the comments below!

09/03/2026

We are excited to host the start of the Joseph Branch Trail 5k Fun Run! Join us and the JBTC Sept. 26th for a saturday of running, walking, biking, strolling, birding, and socializing!

Use this link to RSVP for the event and to register for the 5k. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcQko39pYHGpbzLV-ukrhc6nzETC2GSIuT7uIA84iFsZNJOA/viewform

07/10/2026

⏰ Reminder Only ONE WEEK Left to Enter! ⏰

Please help support the Tamkaliks Celebration by purchasing a ticket in our r***e raffle.

🎟️ Win a Wi******er Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine R***e
(.45/70 cal) paired with a hand-beaded deer-hide scabbard handcrafted by Jacy Sohappy—a truly one-of-a-kind prize.

💲 Tickets: $25 each (up to 4 entries per person)
📍 Proceeds benefit the Tamkaliks Celebration
🔗 Purchase tickets: www.wallowanezperce.org or scan the QR code below.

05/19/2026

🌲✨ Registration is now open for Camp Waláwa 2026! ✨🌲

We are excited to welcome Native youth ages 10–14 to join us June 17–21, 2026 for an unforgettable week of culture, language, community, and connection in the Wallowas.

Campers will experience:
• Traditional arts projects
• Day trip to Wallowa Lake
• nimiipuutímt language learning
• Tipi camping
• Family Day on Saturday
• And more!

Eligible campers include Native youth with ancestral ties to the Wallowas and youth affiliated with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR), or the Nez Perce Tribe (NPT).

💙 Family Day on Saturday will include camper nimiipuutímt introductions, a salmon dinner, and stickgames to follow. Families are welcome to camp out overnight and continue the weekend with us.

⛪ On Sunday, we will gather for walísi̓t (Sunday services) at the longhouse. Everyone is welcome to attend.

🎒 If you are a high school or college student interested in being a camp counselor, please register and select the counselor option on the application form.

📅 June 17–21, 2026
📍 Camp Waláwa
🔗 Register today: wallowanezperce.org/camp-walawa-application

Spaces are limited — we look forward to gathering with our youth for another meaningful year at Camp Waláwa! 🌿

04/20/2026

🎟️ R***e Raffle Fundraiser 🎟️
Support the Tamkaliks Celebration and enter for a chance to win something truly special!

We’re raffling off a Wi******er Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine R***e (.45/70 cal) paired with a hand-beaded, deer-hide scabbard made by Jacy Sohappy—a beautiful blend of craftsmanship and tradition.

💲 Tickets: $25 each
📍 Proceeds benefit the Tamkaliks Celebration
🔗 Get your tickets: www.wallowanezperce.org or scan the QR code

Don’t miss your chance to take home this one-of-a-kind piece while supporting culture, community, and celebration.

Address

209 East Second Street~Box 15
Wallowa, OR
97885

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 2pm
Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+15418863101

Website

http://www.wallowanezperce.org/

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