01/22/2026
Today, the Tulalip Tribes honor the 171st anniversary of the Treaty of Point Elliott, a moment that forever shaped our people and our homelands.
Signed on January 22, 1855, the treaty established the Tulalip Reservation and affirmed our reserved rights to fish, hunt, and gather in our usual and accustomed places. These rights remain living promises that continue to guide our governance, culture, and connection to the land and water.
This anniversary is not only about remembering the past. It is about recognizing the strength of our sovereignty today and our responsibility to future generations. Our culture, language, and values endure because our people do.
We honor the resolve of our ancestors who signed the Treaty of Point Elliott under great pressure. They protected a future they would never see, and we stand in that future now.
As we reflect on this day, we acknowledge the work ahead. The treaty calls on us to protect our lands and waters, support our elders, guide our youth, and uphold our responsibilities as a tribal nation.
We encourage our community to take time today to learn, reflect, and talk with one another about what the Treaty of Point Elliott means in daily life. This is a shared responsibility we carry together.
The Tulalip Tribes remain committed to honoring the treaty through action, service, and the ongoing strength of our people.
