Native American Festival at The Aquarium of The Pacific | @AquariumPacific #Moompatem

You’re invited to participate in the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Annual Native American Festival September 16th and 17th. Guests will enjoy learning about the various Native American tribes including ethnic foods, crafts and entertainment.

 

Imagine what Southern California was like centuries ago, when Native American tribes worked and lived off the land we now call home. During this family event, hear traditional music, see traditional dance as you travel back in time. Guests will enjoy cultural craft demonstrations and educational programs. Families of all ages will be able to participate in arts and crafts as well as other activities inspired by local maritime cultures.

“Moompetam (pronounced \’mohm peh tahm\), meaning “People of the Ocean,” is derived from the word for saltwater in the Tongva language. For the local, coastal, and island indigenous people of Southern California, the ocean has always been a sacred entity. The maritime native peoples that inhabited ocean waters for thousands of years, including the Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseno, and Kumeyaay, were taught to deeply respect the ocean. The ocean environment is reflected in all aspects of their cultures.” 

Aquarium of the Pacific

100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Saturday – Sunday, September 16-17, 2017
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

Moompetam is included with general admission—$29.95 adult (12+) $19.95 with coupon, $26.95 senior (62+), $17.95 child (3-11), and free for children under age three and Aquarium members

 

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ABOUT THE AQUARIUM: The Aquarium of the Pacific, a nonprofit institution, is dedicated to conserving and building natural capital (nature and nature’s services) by building social capital (the interactions between and among peoples). Beyond its animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers educational programs, from hands-on activities to lectures by leading scientists. It is a community gathering place where diverse cultures and the arts are celebrated and important topics facing our planet and our ocean are explored in the search for sustainable solutions.

Photos courtesy of The Aquarium of the Pacific