We honor our ancestors representing four aboriginal bands: Swinomish, Samish, Lower Skagit, and Kikiallus, who joined together to form the present day Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. Seven generations ago, in 1855, Swinomish chiefs along with 81 other tribal chiefs gathered at Múckl-te-óh (present-day Mukilteo, Washington) to sign the Treaty of Point Elliott.
Our ancestors committed to protecting a way of life passed down from generation to generation. The 11 elected members of the Swinomish Senate continue that commitment by strengthening our government so that we may protect our treaty, culture, and collective wellbeing. As a sovereign nation, we engage in local, state, and interstate commerce, manage our natural resources, and exercise power over our homelands and waters.
We value collaboration with fellow tribal and non-tribal governments. Our partnerships spread throughout Washington State, the Pacific Northwest region, and the nation. As a tribal community, we are proud and honored to play leadership roles through partnerships with the Association of Washington Tribes, the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, the National Congress of American Indians, and other important institutions advocating for the rights of Native people.
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BI-MONTHLY RECREATIONAL BEACHES BACTERIA MONITORING
BURN BAN
Effective 09/20/2016 - The Burn Ban is lifted.
News
· Swinomish Comments on Skagit County Letter to Residents That Draws Conclusions Based on Outdated Information and Limited Understanding· Swinomish Chairman and NCAI President Brian Cladoosby congratulates the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers decision to deny Dakota Access Pipeline easement
· Swinomish is one of seven recipients presented with first Climate Adaptation Leadership Award for natural resources
· Swinomish become first tribe in the Lower 48 to use dental health therapists to address oral health crisis in Indian Country
VIDEO: Swinomish Chairman and Dental Clinic team make the case for expanding dental care