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Chief Redheart Memorial Ceremony

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Special Event
  • Apr 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM
  • Free

The annual Chief Redheart Memorial Ceremony at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site honors Chief Redheart’s band of Nimíipuu (Nez Perce), who were held at Vancouver Barracks for eight months in 1877–1878 following the Nez Perce War. 

Each year, members of the Nez Perce Tribe travel to important historical sites to conduct memorials and honor their ancestors. This ceremony brings together tribal members, descendants, and community partners in remembrance and reflection. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Ceremony will be held across the Fort Vancouver reconstructed fort parking lot on 5th street.

Latitude and Longitude 45.624256, -122.661203

Schedule

Date:

Apr 18, 2026

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Ceremony starts at 11am.

Contact Information

Aaron Ochoa
3608166230
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Event Type

  • Partner Program
  • Talk
Tags: #fortvancouver #nezperce #publichistory #indigenoushistory