A faceless Statue of Liberty with flowing, black hair dons a colorful array of Indigenous tattoos. The white “Be Human” book ...

After two decades of vision, persistence, and deep-rooted cultural commitment, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has officially opened the doors to a long-awaited center and museum.

Dancing, singing and drumming will be on display as Native American tribes from throughout North America celebrate their heritage during the 26th annual Chumash Intertribal Powwow in Santa Ynez.

The new exhibit was organized by Dr. Timbrook, who has long worked in close collaboration with Native communities. The author of Chumash Ethnobotany: Plant Knowledge Among the Chumash People of ...

The museum is truly stunning, both inside and out. Native plants flank stone pathways interspersed with ceramic tiles describing important moments in the tribe’s history. Dominating the several acres ...

SANTA YNEZ, Calif., May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has announced that the highly anticipated Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center will open ...

The Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center opened its doors to the public one week ago. “My reaction is to have so much joy and excitement," says Nakia Zavala, Santa Ynez Museum Vice Chair.