Introduction to Lushootseed: A Beginner’s Language Class

Come learn the language of this land!

Join us at Tidelands for an 8-week introduction to Southern Lushootseed with Heather Williams (Puyallup), a certified language teacher with the Puyallup Tribal Language Program.

Lushootseed is the ancestral language of the Coast Salish peoples of the Puget Sound region. Whether you've lived here your whole life or are new to the area, this class is an opportunity to deepen your relationship with the land, its people, and the language that has been spoken here since time immemorial.

No experience necessary! We'll start with the alphabet, pronunciation, and simple conversational skills. You'll be speaking Lushootseed from day one!

Over our 10 weeks together, we'll practice introducing ourselves, build confidence speaking the language, and explore ways to bring Lushootseed into our everyday lives. We'll share meals, learn in community, and end our course with a special gathering where…