PROMISED LAND is a social justice documentary that follows two tribes in the Pacific Northwest: the Duwamish and the Chinook, as they fight for the restoration of treaty rights they've long been denied. In following their story, the film examines a larger problem in the way that the government and society still looks at tribal sovereignty.

Purchase the DVD at the gift shop in the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center.

Princess Angeline Trailer (2010)

by Sandra Osawa

The life and history of Kikisoblu (Princess Angeline), daughter of Chief Seattle, and the Duwamish Tribe which was one of the largest tribes in Washington State but is now unrecognized by the federal government.

Princess Angeline is seen on many postcards and toward the end of her life, she lived alone, refusing to leave her homeland. What historical events led to her being one of the few Duwamish people left in Seattle by the 1890′s, only 35 years after the peace treaty?

This video explores the story of the Duwamish and their unrecognized tribal status primarily through the life of Princess Angeline.

Purchase the DVD at the gift shop in the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center, or in our online store.

This film was made as part of 2001 "The Spirit Returns" exhibit at Seattle's Log House Museum. This film features Cecile Hansen and James Rasmussen (Duwamish Tribe), historians David Buerge and Alexandra Harmon, and author Jonathan Raban. It aired on KCTS in 2001 and is available from Seattle Films at seattlefilms.org

Alki Birthplace of Seattle (1997)

by BJ Bullert

This half-hour film coincided with the opening of the Log House Museum in West Seattle in 1997. For the first time, the story of the pioneers was told alongside the stories of Duwamish people during the mid-1850s. Historian David Buerge, pioneer descendant Brewster Denny, and Duwamish tribal member James Rasmussen share their perspectives.

The Southwest Seattle Historical Society sponsored the film which received funding from the King County Landmarks and Heritage Commission, the Hugh and Jane Ferguson Foundation and the Washington Commission for the Humanities. It premiered on KCTS.

Purchase the DVD at the gift shop in the Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center.