For the past 16 years, our Annual Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration has been a celebration of Oregon Coastal Tribes and Coquille Tribal Culture. Past events have included canoe races, crafts and demonstrations, a traditional salmon bake meal and Native American dancing and drumming. Out of an abundance of caution for our Tribal families, guests and employees, the difficult decision has been made to cancel the 17th Annual Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration scheduled for September 12 – 13, 2020.

Even though we can’t gather this year, we want to share some of the many stories of the Coquille Indian Tribe, as captured in these videos from Rick and Kathy Dancer of That Oregon Life

Blessing the Fire Pit to Start the Salmon Celebration

Coquille Tribal Member, Dr. Jason Younker takes us through the blessing and the lighting of the fire.

Ready, Set, Go: Embrace the Canoe Races or Take a Splash!

Canoe Races: A Sport for Everyone

Why is it so important to bring tribal members together with the community?

Cooking the Salmon: More than Tradition

Fry Bread: A Symbol of Complex Tribal Histories

A Generation’s Journey to Rediscover Its Roots

Exploring the Beauty of Morning in Coos Bay & North Bend, Oregon

Justin Futch’s Story

After years of wondering why he felt drawn to tribal life a secret is revealed.

Flint Knapping: The Art of Traditional Tool Making

The Future of The Tribe

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