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Who are the Lisjan Ohlone? What does Chochenyo mean?
Who are “The Lisjan Ohlone”? This article will introduce you to where Lisjan is; who “Lisjan Ohlone” are, what what “Viva Lisjanes” means. Where is Lisjan? Why does it seem […]
Sogorea Te Land Trust is Not an Ohlone Organization
When you read articles like: “Controversial Berkeley shellmound burial site to be returned to Ohlone“ “Berkeley buys Ohlone shellmound, returns it to Indigenous people“ “City aims to ‘right a historic […]
Sogorea Te Land Trust Controversy
An Investigative Report by the Alameda Native History Project Preserving Accurate Ohlone History and Culture The Alameda Native History Project is dedicated to preserving the accurate history and culture of […]
Shuumi Does Not Benefit Ohlone Tribe
Most people are familiar with the Confederated Villages of the Lisjan Nation, INC.; and their fundraising (“trust”) corporation known as Sogorea Te Land Trust, INC. Both are fronted by Corrina […]
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The Indigenous Bay Hoodie Is Back!
We’re proud to announce the re-release of the Indigenous Bay Hoodie. Newly redesigned to provide exquisite detail and unparalleled accuracy in local Native American History. Rep your support for Ohlone […]
Giving to Indigenous Futures
A Call to Action from the Alameda Native History Project OUR MISSION IS TO: Through initiatives like ACORNS!, the GIS Lab, and Land Lab, we bring this mission to life. […]
Alternatives to Shuumi 2025
This was created as a direct response to our community’s need for restorative justice–making things right. You likely feel a personal connection to Indigenous People. You want to contribute to […]
A Missed Opportunity: Alameda’s Native American Heritage Month Proclamation Falls Short
As the City of Alameda celebrated Native American Heritage Month with a proclamation, a closer look reveals a disconnect between words and actions. Behind the ceremonial language and gestures, a […]
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Sogorea Te Land Trust Controversy
An Investigative Report by the Alameda Native History Project Preserving Accurate Ohlone History and Culture The Alameda Native History Project is dedicated to preserving the accurate history and culture of […]
Why We Don’t Accept Acorns Collected from the Ground
When it comes to foraging for acorns, we have a firm policy: we don’t accept those collected from the ground. Here’s why: Acorns can mold incredibly quickly once picked up; […]
First Annual Acorn Harvest Will Go Through November
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alameda Native History Project (@alamedanativehistoryproject) We’re thrilled to share the progress of the First Annual Acorn Harvest, a groundbreaking initiative that’s […]
First Annual Acorn Harvest Begins
Alameda Native History Project is proud to partner with our awesome and enthusiastic and diverse community for Alameda’s First Annual Acorn Harvest! Acorn season is upon us! The streets are […]
I Found Bones In My Backyard, What Do I do?
You are on Native Land. Alameda is hallowed ground. The site of no less than four “Ancient Indian Burial Mounds.” (We call them Shellmounds now.) The resting place of Ohlone […]