Indigenous Culture in Our Area
Native Americans in the Mapleton, Oregon area, like many Indigenous communities across the United States, are actively engaged in preserving and revitalizing their culture and identity through various means. These efforts span language preservation, traditional practices, community events, and education programs, reflecting a holistic approach to cultural sustainability. Language Preservation The preservation of Indigenous languages […]
Indigenous Peoples of This Area
The history of Native Americans in the area of Mapleton, Oregon, is deeply intertwined with the broader history of indigenous peoples in the Willamette Valley and the Siuslaw River watershed. The Kalapuyans, including the Tualatin, Yamhill, and Ahantchuyuk, among others, traditionally inhabited the Willamette Valley, which encompasses the area around Mapleton. They lived off the […]