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Facing Uncomfortable History: Native American Boarding Schools
An introduction to forced assimilation in Native American boarding schools.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Jul 1


Creator Spotlight: Steven Saffold
An interview with Chumash artist Steven Saffold.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Jun 16


Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum Will Reopen on Saturday, June 6
After three months, the museum will be opening its doors again with new summer hours.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
May 11


Facing Uncomfortable History: Unfree Labor in a Free State
An overview of the 1850 Act for the Government and Protection of Indians.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Apr 28


Creator Spotlight: Leah Mata Fragua
An interview with Northern Chumash (yak tityu tityu yak tiłhini) artist Leah Mata Fragua.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Apr 10


Facing Uncomfortable History: The California Genocide
A look into California's little-known state-sponsored genocide.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Mar 30


How to Talk to Children About Uncomfortable History: The Spanish Mission Era
A mini guide for talking to children about uncomfortable history.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Mar 17


Debunking the "Pristine Myth”
An introduction to cultural burns and "good fire."
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Mar 11


Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum Temporarily Closes on Weekends
Due to a lack of funding, the museum will be closed to the public on weekends until further notice.
Oakbrook Chumash Indian Museum
Feb 28
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