At the age of 55, John Halliday became legally blind. As a Muckleshoot Tribal member of Duwamish ancestry, Halliday says his Native American world view, cultural traditions, and values, which have sustained Native tribes throughout history, long before colonization, have helped him overcome the challenges associated with losing his sight.

Too often, our understanding of American history begins with foreign European powers “settling” the land—as though no thriving human communities existed here. Woven in with John’s personal story, audiences will learn Washington State history from a Native American perspective, and how that history can teach resilience.

When: Wednesday, April 16th. The talk starts at 6:30 pm

Where: Museum of History and Industry; 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

Interpreters: Amie Pease & Deborah Backstrom

ID: A Native person holding a drum, a drawing of Pacific Northwest Native art of animals. The person is in mid-chat, wearing straw hat with a feather, and various beadworks deocrations on their vest and necklace.