Event Details
Chief Redheart Memorial Ceremony
Saturday, April 20, 2024
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
1001 E 5th Street, Vancouver, Washington
Join the Nez Perce Tribe in their annual memorial to remember Chief Redheart’s band with singing, a drum circle and recognition of veterans.
Each year Nez Perce tribal members travel to important historical sites to conduct memorials. This event honors Chief Redheart’s band, who were imprisoned for eight months without cause at Fort Vancouver in 1877-78. This event is free and open to the public.
This event is hosted by the Nez Perce Tribe with support from Community Military Appreciation Committee, The Historic Trust, National Park Services and the City of Vancouver.
Contact: Erik Miletich at 360-487-8333