Kalapuya Lifeways and Traditional Ecological Knowlege

SPEAKER: Stephanie Craig

Saturday, April 25, 2026
1:00 pm
Corvallis Museum
Corvallis Museum

Kalapuya Lifeways and Traditional Ecological Knowlege

SPEAKER: Stephanie Craig

Saturday, April 25, 2026
1:00 pm

In this presentation, students will learn about traditional lifeways, culture, and traditional ecological knowledge. Students will see samples of traditional foods, medicine, utilitarian plants, tools, and family belongings that have been passed down generations in Stephanie’s family.

Presentation is open to all ages, and is free to the public. Suggested donation $5-$20. Your donations support BCHS’ mission to expand local history education!

Please use the ticket link to reserve your seat, as space is limited.

Photography Notice: By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photography and/or video recording may take place. Your image, likeness, and voice may be used by Benton County Historical Society for promotional, marketing, or archival purposes without further notice or compensation.

For accommodation related to a disability, please contact Anya Ballinger at education@bentoncountymuseums.org

Suggested donation of $5-20. If you are interested in sponsoring a future lecture series at the museum, please contact Brenna Destito Chapman at development@bentoncountymuseums.org

Stephanie Craig headshot

About the presenter

Stephanie Craig is a 7th generation traditional basket weaver, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and Lifeways practitioner, and culture keeper and bearer. She uses TEK methods, ancestral knowledge, archaeological methods, and traditional plant fibers to create, revive, and awaken centuries old art and ways of life through basketry. Stephanie is committed to continuing the protection and teachings of our natural resources, urging her basketry and lifeways students to make sure we take care of the land, water, plants, and animals for the next seven generations.

Learn more at: www.kalapuyaweaving.com

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