The way we do it is a long process. We're not just building a fire or filleting fish. We're connecting with our ancestors who have done this for hundreds of years. The ultimate goal is to keep this culture alive, keep it going, and keep the young ones learning and carrying it on.
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe is one of King County’s largest employers, supporting 3,300 direct jobs and providing hundreds of millions of dollars to the regional economy. The Tribe also supports environmental protection and enhancements, educational opportunity and social services with highly diversified investments and revenue streams.
$110 Million
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Injustice, desolation, perseverance, and reclamation punctuates our story, which continues today with a renewed sense of hope and prosperity for our future.
As a sovereign Tribal Nation led by an elected council, we support our community with services and opportunities that benefit our members and the entire Puget Sound region.
We are committed to preserving and restoring traditional artforms, teaching our children the skills of our ancestors and protecting our culture and Tribal identity for generations to come.