
Cultural Heritage
Our community comes together to pass down knowledge of art, storytelling, dance, plant stewardship, maritime culture, and ceremonial practices to younger generations.
Chumash Ceremonies and Their Enduring Role in Community Life
Chumash ceremonies are expressions of identity and connection with each other, the land, and the waters. They root each generation in ancestral knowledge while guiding our community through life’s challenges.
Dance is the Heartbeat of Chumash Culture
Chumash dancers have a powerful sense of identity and pride in continuing their ancient traditions—while creating sacred spaces for both teaching and joy.
Šmuwič Language School at Wishtoyo's Chumash Village
Language classes strengthen our community by deepening cultural identity and preserving traditional knowledge.
The Enduring Voice of Chumash Storytellers
Chumash storytelling thrives freely across generations and mediums, our cultural voice growing stronger.
Preserving Chumash Art Across Generations
From regalia making to virtual weaving circles, we are adapting—with new technologies—while remaining rooted in ancestral practices, prayers, and the wisdom of our elders.
The Syuxtun Plant Mentorship Collective
Traditional regenerative horticulture in Syuxtun (Santa Barbara) is the art of listening—with all of our senses—to what the plants need.
Reviving the Threads
Tima Link (Coastal Band/Southern Owl Clan/Quabajai Clan) continues to revitalize weaving traditions. What started as a personal journey grew into a community movement—one that reconnects generations through the art of traditional textiles.