Hundreds of people celebrated Indigenous People’s Day with dance, music, food and art in front of the Oregon State Capitol on Monday.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a state holiday observed Oct. 13. The day was first celebrated in Oregon in 2021, and was previously recognized federally by President Joe Biden that same year.

It was celebrated Monday in State Capitol Mall, just outside the capitol building. The audience fluctuated throughout the day, with people stopping by to enjoy food and performances, and hear from Indigenous speakers and community leaders.

Linda Meanus, a Warm Springs elder and author, addressed the crowd early in the afternoon. She shared personal stories and accounts from her book ‘My Name Is LaMoosh,’ an autobiography about her life growing up near Celilo Falls.

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